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Arcola, IL


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Arcola, Illinois

Arcola, Illinois, in Douglas county, is 30 miles S of Champaign, Illinois (center to center) and 114 miles W of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city contains a population of approximately 2,652.

The People and Families of Arcola

In Arcola, about 65% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Arcola, at least compared to other cities of its size.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Arcola had a median family income of $46,107.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Arcola favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,000. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Arcola Housing

Arcola has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 76% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Arcola, 87% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Arcola can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Arcola strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Arcola Short Commute Times
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Arcola Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Arcola, IL

Comparing Arcola to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity98
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Male Share of the Population66
Well-Paid Single Men63
Well-Paid Single Women63
Senior Citizens56
Age of the Population56
Female Share of the Population55

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size76

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty108
Median Family Income75
People in Middle Class or Better74
College Educated Adults65

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work99
Working at Home89
Public Transportation Use86

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents56
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals56
Housing Recently Built56
Affordability of Property Taxes46
People Living Alone44
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23
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