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Woodlawn, IL


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Woodlawn, Illinois

Woodlawn, Illinois, in Jefferson county, is 70 miles E of St. Louis, Missouri. The village is home to some 630 residents.

The People and Families of Woodlawn

In Woodlawn, about 66% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Woodlawn had a median family income of $46,250.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Woodlawn.

Woodlawn Housing

According to the 2000 census, 81% of the housing in Woodlawn was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the village have gone up relatively recently. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Woodlawn.

Commuting

In Woodlawn, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the village let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyWoodlawn Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 9%Woodlawn Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Woodlawn, IL

Comparing Woodlawn 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
Female Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Women75
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Well-Paid Single Men63
Male Share of the Population43
Senior Citizens33
Age of the Population22
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income75
People in Middle Class or Better74
College Educated Adults66
People Above Poverty53

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work65
Public Transportation Use53
Working at Home43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
Housing Recently Built1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
People Living Alone45
Affordability of Property Taxes47
Seasonal and Vacation Housing47
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