What are the schools like in Ashley, IL?

Ashley is served primarily by Ashley CCSD 15. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.6:1.

What is the median household income in Ashley?

The median household income in Ashley, IL is $45,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.9%.

What is the weather like in Ashley, IL?

Ashley has an average high temperature of 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.7 inches.

Ashley, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ashley, IL affordable or expensive?

Ashley's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ashley is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $74,300 and the median rent is $605 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ashley, IL?

Crime rate data for Ashley is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Ashley, IL a Good Place to Live?

Ashley is a small town of 411 in Illinois, with a median household income of $45,000 and a 5.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Ashley stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ashley is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ashley city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.7

Ashley's overall cost of living index is 87.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ashley costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ashley, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$74,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$605	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$45,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Ashley is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Ashley is served primarily by Ashley CCSD 15. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ashley, IL	National Avg
School District	Ashley CCSD 15	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	1.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ashley sees average highs of 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July, with 42.2 inches of annual precipitation and 11.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ashley, IL
Average High — January	38.7°F
Average High — July	87.2°F
Annual Precipitation	42.2"
Annual Snowfall	11.7"

Demographics

Metric	Ashley, IL	National Avg
Population	411	—
Median Age	32.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	34.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Ashley

Ashley, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62808

Ashley vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashley, IL affordable or expensive?

Ashley's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ashley roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $74,300 and median rent is $605/month.

What is the crime rate in Ashley, IL?

Crime data for Ashley is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Ashley?

Public schools in Ashley are operated by Ashley CCSD 15. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.6:1. 1.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ashley, IL a good place to live?

Ashley, IL has a population of 411, a median household income of $45,000, and an unemployment rate of 5.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ashley?

Ashley averages 38.7°F in January and 87.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.2 inches with about 11.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ashley?

Ashley, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62808.

What is the population of Ashley?

The population of Ashley, Illinois is 411 with a median age of 32.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ashley?

Key numbers for living in Ashley: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $74,300, median household income $45,000, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ashley side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.