Wysox Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,401 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,107 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$555 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$426 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carroll County
2
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

Carroll County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) 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 1 9 20
Feb 2 6 25
Mar 2 3 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 8 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Milledgeville Elem School
2 miles, SE · 3.7star
Milledgeville High School
2 miles, SE · 2.3star
Chadwick Elem School
5 miles, NW · 4.1star
Chadwick Junior High School
5 miles, NW · 2.3star

Colleges

Morrison Institute of Technology
15 miles, SW · 3.2star
Sauk Valley Community College
15 miles, S · 1.4star
Highland Community College
22 miles, NE · 1.4star

Hospitals

Cgh Medical Center
13 miles, S · 3.2star
Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
19 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
52 miles, W · 1.4star
Dubuque Regional Airport
55 miles, NW · 1star