Median gross rent
$1,610
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Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Scott AFB, Illinois
Metro East community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideScott AFB had an estimated 3,957 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports $1,610 median gross rent and a 13.9-minute mean commute; a median owner-occupied home value was not available.
The short version
Scott AFB had an estimated 3,957 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports $1,610 median gross rent and a 13.9-minute mean commute; a median owner-occupied home value was not available.
What stands out
Scott Air Force Base operates an on-base library and support facilities for eligible users. If your household has base access, compare housing by gate route and the services you would use.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Scott AFB, Illinois
These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.
Local snapshot
Best for & local character
Metro EastEstablishedIllinois
Highlights
- 3,688 residents in the 2020 Census
- 1,256 housing units in the 2020 Census
- Metro East
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability40
Transit20
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining40
Parks & outdoors60
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief
Is Scott AFB, Illinois a good fit?
What stands out
Scott Air Force Base operates an on-base library and support facilities for eligible users. If your household has base access, compare housing by gate route and the services you would use.
Things to check
Test your commute
The published mean travel time to work is 13.9 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.
SourceDoes this fit your actual move?
Compare Scott AFB, Illinois against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.
Homes & housing
What does housing cost here?
Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.
Price is only part of the monthly payment
For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.
Plan the daily trip
Commute & getting around
Published mean travel time to work: 13.9 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.
SourceSchools
Which schools serve this address?
The address—not the city name—determines the schools
The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Scott AFB, Illinois. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.
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Identify the district
Start with the property’s complete street address.
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Check the boundary tool
Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.
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Confirm before deciding
Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.
Illinois school district finder
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How people spend free time
Parks & recreation
A few documented places in Scott AFB, Illinois; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Scott AFB, Illinois; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Scott AFB, Illinois
What is it like to live in Scott AFB, Illinois?+
Scott AFB had an estimated 3,957 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports $1,610 median gross rent and a 13.9-minute mean commute; a median owner-occupied home value was not available. Scott Air Force Base operates an on-base library and support facilities for eligible users. If your household has base access, compare housing by gate route and the services you would use.
What should I know about housing costs in Scott AFB, Illinois?+
A comparable source-backed home-value or listing-price figure is not available for Scott AFB, Illinois. Review current properties, housing types and conditions on the blocks you are considering.
What should movers know about schools in Scott AFB, Illinois?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Scott AFB, Illinois. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.
Use the Illinois district finderWhat is commuting from Scott AFB, Illinois like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 13.9 minutes for residents of Scott AFB, Illinois. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.
SourceWhat costs should I consider before moving to Scott AFB, Illinois?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,610/month in Scott AFB, Illinois. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.
SourceWhat should I verify before choosing a home in Scott AFB, Illinois?+
The published mean travel time to work is 13.9 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Scott AFB Exchange is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.
SourceKeep narrowing the decision
Put Scott AFB, Illinois in context.
The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.
If parks and outdoor access matter
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Read guideUnderstand the geography
Map of Scott AFB, Illinois
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Around town
Places to know
Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Scott AFB, Illinois.
Family destinations
1 placeFitness and recreation center
James Sports Center
A base recreation and fitness facility for authorized users.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeMilitary exchange
Scott AFB Exchange
The installation's primary retail center for authorized users.
Official detailsThings to do
2 placesGolf course
Cardinal Creek Golf Course
A golf course on the installation available under base access rules.
Official detailsMilitary heritage display
Scott Field Heritage Air Park
An outdoor aircraft display interpreting the installation's aviation history.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeDon’t choose in a vacuum
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