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Robinson, Illinois

Introduction to Robinson, Illinois

Robinson, Illinois, in Crawford county, is 36 miles SW of Terre Haute, Indiana (center to center) and 99 miles SW of Indianapolis, Indiana. The city is home to some 6,822 residents.

Robinson History

The early settlers of Robinson were primarily poor people searching for a better life. Roads and bridges were poorly defined, so the people had to follow a general trail. The Indians and French were among the early occupants of present day Robinson. Crawford County was organized in 1816, and Robinson became the county seat in 1844.

Robinson and Nearby Attractions

  • Crawford County State Fish and Wildlife Area
  • Sullivan County Park
  • Lincoln Log Cabin
  • Grouseland
  • Old Cathedral Library & Museum
  • Vincennes State Historic Sites

Things To Do In Robinson

There are numerous historical sites such as George Rogers Clark National Historical Park, Eugene V. Debs Home, and Vincennes State Historic Sites near Robinson. Parks like Lincoln Trail State Park, Shakamak State Park, Fox Ridge State Park, and Sullivan County Park are nearby, and offer outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, camping, fishing, picnicking, and boating. Museums near the city include Old Cathedral Library & Museum, and William H. Harrison Museum. Health Harvest Fest is one of the local festivals held in Robinson.

Robinson Transportation

Flights are available from Terre Haute International Airport - Hulman Field.

Robinson Higher Education

The local college is Lincoln Trail College. Vincennes University, Eastern Illinois University, and Indiana State University are colleges nearby.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 1%trophyRobinson Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Robinson Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 17%Robinson Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Robinson, IL

Comparing Robinson 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
Senior Citizens109
Female Share of the Population88
Age of the Population87
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Well-Paid Single Men33
Racial Diversity36
Male Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married42
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty53
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income32
College Educated Adults35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work89
Working at Home77
Public Transportation Use45

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents109
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Property Taxes89
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals48
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Housing Recently Built34

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