Mount Sterling, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,949 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,922 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$512 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$518 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brown 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

Brown County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) 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 2 5 26
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 2 1 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 4 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Brown County Elementary School
<1 miles, N · 1.9star
Brown County High School
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Brown County Middle School
<1 miles, SE · 1star
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Colleges

John Wood Community College
31 miles, W · 1.4star
Illinois College
33 miles, SE · 2.3star
Quincy University
33 miles, W · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Illini Community Hospital
26 miles, SW · 3.2star
Passavant Area Hospital
32 miles, SE · 4.1star
Mc Donough District Hospital
32 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
58 miles, SE · 1star
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