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Girard, IL


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Girard, Illinois

Girard, Illinois, in Macoupin county, is 25 miles S of Springfield, Illinois (center to center) and 62 miles NE of St. Louis, Missouri. The city contains a population of approximately 2,245.

The People and Families of Girard

In Girard, about 50% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Girard had a median family income of $39,028.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Girard favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Girard Housing

Girard has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 70% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Girard, 92% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Girard Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Girard, IL

Comparing Girard 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
Well-Paid Single Men74
Senior Citizens77
Male Share of the Population66
Well-Paid Single Women64
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Female Share of the Population55
Age of the Population45
Racial Diversity33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size65
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better63
Median Family Income52
People Above Poverty43
College Educated Adults33

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Working at Home66
Short Commute Times45
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone78
Affordability of Rents68
Seasonal and Vacation Housing58
Affordability of Property Taxes57
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Housing Recently Built34
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