Stookey Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
9,106 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,658 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$643 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$731 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
5
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

St. Clair County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) 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 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Ellis Elem School
2 miles, NE · 1star
Harmony Intermediate Center
3 miles, NE · 1.4star
Emge Junior High School
3 miles, NE · 1star
Belleville Twp HS-Night/Alt Sch
3 miles, SE · 2.3star

Colleges

Lutheran School of Nursing
9 miles, NW · 2.8star
Southwestern Illinois College
9 miles, SE · 1.4star
Harris-Stowe State University
11 miles, N · 1.4star

Hospitals

Touchette Regional Hospital Inc
4 miles, N · 3.2star
Memorial Hospital
4 miles, E · 2.3star
St Alexius Hospital
9 miles, NW · 2.3star
Hshs St Elizabeth's Hospital
10 miles, E · 3.2star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
94 miles, NE · 1star