Ashland
City in Illinois, United States
Overview
Ashland, Illinois, is a close-knit town with a rich history and welcoming Midwestern charm. Known for its quaint downtown, local businesses, and parks, Ashland offers a relaxed atmosphere amid the rolling prairies. The city is ideal for travelers seeking a small-town experience with easy access to Illinois' natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Illinois
Population
21,360
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
39.89°, -90.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
72
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
77
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,805
Local Cost
$1,065
Local Income
$2,950
Cashless
72
English
100
Temperature
11.7°C
Summer Avg
24.0°C
Winter Avg
-1.7°C
Record High
43.1°C
Record Low
-28.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
984 mm
Internet Speed
82 Mbps
Upload
7 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
IJX
Distance
23 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 5 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 63/100.