Cost Of Living
Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.
Ratings
According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.
Amenities
The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.
Employment
This area earns a low score in the employment category due to low household income levels and high unemployment rates, which may pose challenges in seeking job opportunities.
Housing
High-priced homes, limited home affordability and an unstable real estate market featuring below-average home prices might contribute to this area's low housing score.
Health & Safety
Subpar air quality and the limited availability of certain health-related facilities such as hospitals, police stations, doctors and pharmacies may have contributed to the low score in this category.
| Statistic | Valley City | Illinois | National |
| Average one way commute | n/a | 29min | 26min |
| Workers who drive to work | 0.0% | 73.4% | 76.4% |
| Workers who carpool | 0.0% | 8.3% | 9.3% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 9.2% | 5.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Workers who walk | 0.0% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Working from home | 100.0% | 4.4% | 4.6% |
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