How are homes heated in Martin Township (McLean County), IL?
Utility gas is the most common heating fuel in Martin Township (McLean County), used by 71.9% (±7.2 points) of occupied homes (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
15.8% heat with electricity.
0.0% heat with fuel oil or kerosene.
Figures last updated on .
- Utility gas
- 71.9% (±7.2 points)
- Electricity
- 15.8%
- Fuel oil, kerosene
- 0.0%
Heating fuel in Martin Township (McLean County)
| Fuel used most | Martin Township (McLean County) | McLean County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas | 71.9% (±7.2 points) | 70.6% | 75.3% | 46.5% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc. | 0.0% (±8.0 points) | 0.1% | 0.1% | 3.9% |
| Electricity | 15.8% (±6.4 points) | 24.1% | 18.6% | 41.3% |
| Bottled or tank gas (propane) | 11.1% (±5.0 points) | 4.4% | 4.2% | 4.9% |
| Wood | 0.0% (±8.0 points) | 0.1% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Solar energy | 0.0% (±8.0 points) | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Coal or coke | 0.0% (±8.0 points) | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel | 1.1% (±1.1 points) | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used | 0.0% (±8.0 points) | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
The survey asks which fuel is used most to heat the home, so a home with a heat pump and an oil backup is counted once, under the one it uses most.
In Martin Township (McLean County), the share of homes heating with fuel oil is not measurably different from McLean County (0.1%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (0.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.9%).
In Martin Township (McLean County), the share of homes heating with electricity is lower than in McLean County (24.1%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (18.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (41.3%).
Homes heated by electricity in places near Martin Township (McLean County)
| Place | Distance | Homes heated by electricity | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Township (McLean County) | — | 15.8% (±6.4 points) | — |
| Colfax | 3.0 mi | 17.0% (±6.8 points) | Not measurably different |
| Cooksville | 4.8 mi | 18.4% (±11.8 points) | Not measurably different |
| Arrowsmith | 5.2 mi | 3.6% (±3.5 points) | Lower |
| Anchor | 5.5 mi | 1.4% (±2.7 points) | Lower |
| Anchor Township | 5.8 mi | 1.1% (±2.0 points) | Lower |
| Arrowsmith Township | 6.3 mi | 5.0% (±4.4 points) | Lower |
| Blue Mound Township (McLean County) | 6.3 mi | 11.2% (±6.9 points) | Not measurably different |
| Lawndale Township | 6.6 mi | 0.0% (±55.5 points) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Arrowsmith, IL (3.6%), Anchor, IL (1.4%), Anchor Township, IL (1.1%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Homes heated by fuel oil across McLean County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Homes heated by fuel oil |
|---|---|---|
| 9 (tie) | Empire Township | 0.0% (±2.2 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Funks Grove Township | 0.0% (±34.7 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Gridley Township | 0.0% (±5.0 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Hudson Township | 0.0% (±4.0 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Lawndale Township | 0.0% (±55.5 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Lexington Township | 0.0% (±3.6 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Martin Township (McLean County) | 0.0% (±8.0 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Money Creek Township | 0.0% (±11.2 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Normal Township | 0.0% (±0.2 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Old Town Township | 0.0% (±3.0 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Randolph Township | 0.0% (±2.5 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Towanda Township | 0.0% (±3.9 points) |
| 9 (tie) | White Oak Township | 0.0% (±11.7 points) |
Showing 13 of 53 places in McLean County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Martin Township (McLean County)
What is the most common way to heat a home in Martin Township (McLean County)?
Utility gas is the most common heating fuel in Martin Township (McLean County), used by 71.9% of occupied homes (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
How many homes in Martin Township (McLean County) heat with oil?
0.0% (±8.0 points) of occupied homes in Martin Township (McLean County) use fuel oil or kerosene as their main heating fuel.
How many homes in Martin Township (McLean County) have electric heat?
15.8% (±6.4 points) of occupied homes in Martin Township (McLean County) heat mainly with electricity, which includes heat pumps.
Sources
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) for Martin township, McLean County, Illinois (county subdivision:47215, in state:17 county:113).
Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
The API needs a free key.
DP04_0063PE, DP04_0063PM, DP04_0066PE, DP04_0066PM, DP04_0065PE, DP04_0065PM, DP04_0064PE, DP04_0064PM, DP04_0068PE, DP04_0068PM, DP04_0069PE, DP04_0069PM, DP04_0067PE, DP04_0067PM, DP04_0070PE, DP04_0070PM, DP04_0071PE, DP04_0071PM
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