Mount Erie Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
316 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,969 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$507 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$496 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wayne County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (76%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 30
Feb 3 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Mount Erie Elem School
2 miles, W · 3.7star
West Salem Grade School
10 miles, SE · 3.2star
Jasper Elem School
12 miles, SW · 2.8star
Cisne High School
13 miles, W · 3.2star
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Colleges

Olney Central College
15 miles, NE · 1.4star
Frontier Community College
15 miles, SW · 1.4star
Wabash Valley College
24 miles, SE · 1.4star
Vincennes Beauty College
37 miles, E · 1star
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Hospitals

Fairfield Memorial Hospital 1
15 miles, SW · 4.1star
Richland Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE · 3.2star
Clay County Hospital
18 miles, NW · 2.3star
Wabash General Hospital 1
24 miles, SE · 5star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
50 miles, SE · 1.4star
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