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Willisville, IL

Illinois · Jackson County

Willisville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 416. Residents earn $57,813 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
416 Population 1,067/sq mi density
$57,813 Median Income $31,654 per capita
$54,400 Home Value $97,125 Zillow
$815 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
154 Violent Crime/100K 891 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$57,813 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,400 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
154 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,813
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 154/100K
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

How Willisville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population416
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density1,067/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,813
Per Capita$31,654
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,400
Rent$815
Ownership72.0%
Zillow$97,125
Housing Units220
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

F
Violent154/100K
Property891/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking15.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score4.78

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband83.4%
EV Stations5
Libraries3

Is Willisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willisville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Willisville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willisville is $57,813, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willisville is $54,400, 81% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Willisville is below the national average at 154 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 891 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Willisville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Willisville has a population of 416 with a density of 1,067 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.3% female and 43.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 4.8% of the population are veterans. 31.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

416
Total Population
1,067
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Willisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willisville is $57,813, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,654 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,085, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Willisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,813
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,654
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530
Gini Index0.514 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Willisville is $54,400, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,125, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 220 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $6,688 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,125

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate12.29%
In Willisville, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 20.8% report binge drinking. 22.9% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:618. The dentist ratio is 1:1,096. 78.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Willisville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:618
Dentists1:1,096
Mental Health1:212
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
Willisville has a violent crime rate of 154 per 100,000 residents, 59% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 891 per 100,000, 55% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Willisville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Willisville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent154.4/100K
59% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property891.0/100K
55% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Willisville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 495 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,067/sq mi
Coordinates37.9828°N, 89.5898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJackson County County
Nearest AirportFarmington Regional (FAM)
46 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (May) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.40"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score87.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability76.6 / 100
Community Resilience65.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Very High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

131 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Sep 26, 1990 4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri M4.8 92 km
Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 77 km
Jun 6, 2003 1 km NE of Bardwell, Kentucky M4.0 134 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 115 km
Feb 21, 2012 4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri M3.9 124 km
Mar 2, 2010 2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri M3.7 134 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 104 km
Jun 20, 2005 4 km WSW of Blandville, Kentucky M3.6 129 km
Mar 15, 2017 9 km ESE of Wyatt, Missouri M3.6 129 km
May 1, 2016 5 km SE of New Grand Chain, Illinois M3.5 101 km
Jul 16, 2004 6 km SE of Wyatt, Missouri M3.5 130 km
Jun 15, 2004 3 km S of Canalou, Missouri M3.5 140 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 120 km
Sep 26, 1994 4 km ENE of Blandville, Kentucky M3.4 128 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 103 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 75 km
Feb 6, 1993 6 km NNW of Catron, Missouri M3.3 147 km
May 16, 2017 9 km ESE of Wyatt, Missouri M3.3 130 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 54 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

587 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 78 fatalities, 1,085 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957 EF5 32 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 47 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 50 km 2
Feb 29, 2012 EF4 89 km 8
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 40 km 0
May 6, 2003 EF4 93 km 2
May 29, 1982 EF4 45 km 10
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 95 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 89 km 4
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 56 km 1
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 33 km 11
May 26, 2024 EF3 67 km 0
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 95 km 6
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 86 km 0
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 78 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 96 km 1
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 67 km 0
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 40 km 2
May 6, 2003 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF3 72 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RED SHALE UNIT RX (2,123 ac, 2021).

Year Name Acres Distance
2021 RED SHALE UNIT RX 2,123 56 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,627 68 km
2019 ATWOOD RIDGE RX 1,622 68 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,552 98 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,483 99 km
2020 UNNAMED 1,334 88 km
2024 RED SHALE RX 1,259 56 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,257 76 km
2021 OZARK HILL PRAIRIE RX 1,235 76 km
2019 KINKAID RX 1,215 23 km
2022 KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX 1,115 23 km
2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS TRACT RX 1,011 14 km
2022 BEAN RIDGE RX 955 83 km
2021 MILL CREEK RX 898 51 km
2024 HAMPTON NORTH RX 807 55 km
2005 UNNAMED 741 84 km
2018 UNNAMED 729 21 km
1995 UNNAMED 724 84 km
2024 HERRIN FLATS RX 713 58 km
2024 WOLF CREEK (OLIVE BR) RX 691 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.5 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in

Willisville has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 32°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.4").

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Willisville is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 1.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 96% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51% of the vote, a 3.5-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 182 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score4.78
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density1,067/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyJackson County County

Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Avg Download Speed72.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%
Average costs for common services in Willisville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,144
Toddler$945
Preschool$801
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$814
Toddler$686
Preschool$686
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,653 116 $64,448 1.28
Retail Trade 2,778 165 $31,387 1.10
Accommodation & Food Services 2,257 137 $21,733 0.98
Construction 1,210 94 $68,220 0.91
Manufacturing 1,059 43 $55,376 0.51
Finance & Insurance 691 54 $110,743 0.67
Other Services 536 108 $32,383 0.70
Professional & Technical Services 454 94 $54,539 0.26
Transportation & Warehousing 346 30 $53,976 0.32
Real Estate 320 66 $35,331 0.82
Educational Services 145 14 $29,638 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 140 26 $27,532 0.33
Information & Technology 84 16 $53,793 0.18

Radio Stations near Willisville

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Willisville

1 campgrounds found near Willisville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Devils Kitchen Group Pavilion 1 $45

National Parks Near Willisville

20 national parks and monuments found near Willisville.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Fort Defiance Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Sam A. Baker State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Trail Of Tears State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free

Trails Near Willisville

59 trails found near Willisville.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL 14.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RANBARGER HOLLOW 3.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GODWIN 3.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GUM RIDGE 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WATERFALL 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WHITE PINE 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GODWIN 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CLEAR SPRINGS/ILLINOIS OZARK 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HUTCHINS CREEK 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FOUNTAIN BLUFF 2.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LAKE 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COVE HOLLOW 2.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CEDAR LAKE 1.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KING HOLLOW 1.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BALD KNOB 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LIRLEY CEMETERY 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CEDAR LAKE TRAIL 1.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BALD KNOB WEST 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LYERLA CHAPEL 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PANTHER DEN 1.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
001M5 1.4 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
DEER RUN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WOLF DEN HOLLOW LOOP 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BRIDGEMAN 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEAD MINE 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COVE HOLLOW 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
INSPIRATION POINT 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
390A 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUTTERMILK TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OAKWOOD BOTTOMS POND TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
392 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH SPUR 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KAOLIN TRAIL 0.6 AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes Yes
393 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON 0.6 AC- ASPHALT Yes
WATERING HOLE (JOHNSON CREEK) 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SHORELINE 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID WILDLIFE LOOP 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SPRING HOUSE 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
399 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POMONA NATURAL BRIDGE 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LIRLEY CEMETERY 0.2 AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes Yes
COVE HOLLOW 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CEDAR LAKE 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CROOKED TREE 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OAKWOOD BOTTOM INTERP. BDWLK 0.2 OTHER Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COVE HOLLOW 0.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes

Museums in Willisville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GENERAL JOHN A LOGAN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1613 EDITH ST6186843455$79,357
ILLINOIS RURAL HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6185212245$47,727
ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$42,564
RIVER CITY RENEWALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$7,270
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6186874388
MISSELHORN FOUNDATION AND ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6184435668
PERRY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION12 EAST WATER STREET6183572225
RANDOLPH COUNTY GENEALOGOCAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Willisville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SPARTA PUBLIC LIBRARY211 WEST BROADWAY STREET0.043,600
SALLIE LOGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY1808 WALNUT STREET0.035,000
CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY733 STATE STREET0.019,463
STEELEVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT625 SOUTH SPARTA STREET0.015,925
PINCKNEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY312 SOUTH WALNUT STREET0.07,378
TILDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY540 PINE STREET0.03,822
COULTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY103 SOUTH FOURTH STREET0.03,502
CUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY409 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.01,103

Farmers Markets in Willisville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ava Farmers MarketMain St. & Fifth
Pinckneyville Farmers Market1 E Water St.
Steeleville Farmers Market107 West Broadway

Breweries in Willisville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Carbondale Craft Beer LlcBrewers137 Bluff Winery Rd6187634343
Moof's Bar & GrillCocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Pubs, Restaurants, Res501 E Buena Vista St6188263155, 618-826-3155
Stratch Brewing CoBrewers264 Thompson Rd6184261415

Cell Towers in Willisville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
RURAL ROUTE 3TOWER122
RURAL ROUTE 3TOWER122
800 feet South of State Route 153 (153785)GTOWER96
800 feet South of State Route 153 (153785)GTOWER96
1215 OPDYKE RD.TOWER88
1215 OPDYKE RD.TOWER88
1.3 mi WestTOWER79
1.3 mi WestTOWER79
2273 OLD PLANK RD. (78858)LTOWER62
2273 OLD PLANK RD. (78858)LTOWER62
2273 OLD PLANK RD.TOWER62
2273 OLD PLANK RD.TOWER62
345 EAGLE VIEW LANE (77366)LTOWER61
153 Stave Mill RoadTOWER45
153 Stave Mill RoadTOWER45

Fire Stations in Willisville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Willisville Volunteer Fire Department401 Road STVolunteer618-497-8040

Bridges in Willisville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2002292,550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2005971,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2002112150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19785475G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20056375G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19956075F

Superfund Sites Near Willisville

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SPARTAN PRINTING320 SOUTH DICKEY STREETRANDOLPH

Airports Near Willisville

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
Southern Illinois AirportMDHMedium Airport
Veterans Airport of Southern IllinoisMWAMedium Airport
A Paul Vance Fredericktown Regional AirportSmall Airport
Adams Private AirportSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Benton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Brammeier AirportSmall Airport
Cache River AirstripSmall Airport
Centralia Municipal AirportENLSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Davy Jones Private AirportSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Dury Estates AirportSmall Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hepp AirportSmall Airport
Herschel Hunter AirportSmall Airport
Joseph Scott AirportSmall Airport
Keil AirportSmall Airport
Kellums AirportSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Lambert AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lone Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mooseberry AirportSmall Airport
Mount Vernon Outland AirportMVNSmall Airport
Panther FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin AirportSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Prince STOLportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Rendleman AirportSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport
Salem–Leckrone AirportSLOSmall Airport
Schaller AirportSmall Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Shubert AirportSmall Airport
Smith AirfieldSmall Airport
Smith Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Sparta Community Airport - Hunter FieldSARSmall Airport
St Louis Downtown AirportCPSSmall Airport
Twenhafel FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Willisville

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Randolph County Sheriffs Department200 West Buena Vista Street
Sparta Police Department112 West Jackson Street

Grocery Stores in Willisville

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
M Liquor & Food MartConvenience Store981 State Rt 4

Treatment Centers in Willisville

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ComWellSubstance Abuse618-825-4547
ComWellBoth618-443-3045

Churches & Religious Organizations in Willisville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH913 BROADWAY STREET

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Frequently Asked Questions About Willisville

What is the population of Willisville?

Willisville has a population of 416 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,067 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.3% female and 43.8% male.

Is Willisville expensive to live in?

Willisville has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $57,813, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $54,400 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Willisville safe?

Willisville is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 154 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 891 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Willisville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Willisville?

Willisville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Willisville?

The unemployment rate in Willisville is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,085. There are 1,137 business establishments in the area, including 133 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 1.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Willisville?

The median home value in Willisville is $54,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,125. For renters, the median monthly rent is $815. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,688.

How are the schools in Willisville?

Schools in Willisville have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 1.4% of adults in Willisville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Willisville?

The obesity rate in Willisville is 38.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 22.9% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:618.

What is transportation like in Willisville?

The average commute in Willisville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Willisville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Willisville is 89.9% White, 1% Black or African American. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 31.8% of residents have a disability. 91.3% have health insurance coverage.

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