Posen, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
5,331 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,994 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$498 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,091 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
6
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cook County
5
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (26%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 24
Feb 2 8 28
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 8 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Posen Elem School
<1 miles, W · 1star
Gordon School
<1 miles, N · 1.4star
Spaulding School
<1 miles, W · 3.2star
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Colleges

South Suburban College
4 miles, SE · 1.4star
Capri Beauty College
5 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Metrosouth Medical Center
2 miles, NE · 3.2star
Ingalls Memorial Hospital
2 miles, S · 2.3star
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
4 miles, SW · 4.1star
Roseland Community Hospital
5 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Airports

South Bend International Airport
71 miles, E · 1.4star
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