Saline Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
6,859 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,893 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$268,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$800 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
3
St. Louis 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

Madison County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) 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 4 30
Feb 2 4 35
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Highland Middle School
2 miles, W · 2.8star
Highland High School
2 miles, SW · 2.8star
Grantfork Upper Elementary Sch
4 miles, N · 3.2star
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Colleges

Greenville University
15 miles, E · 1.9star
McKendree University
15 miles, SW · 2.8star
Southwestern Illinois College
24 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital
2 miles, SW · 5star
St Josephs Hospital
13 miles, S · 5star
Hshs Holy Family Hospial Inc
15 miles, E · 4.1star
Anderson Hospital
17 miles, W · 4.1star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
108 miles, S · 1star
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