What are the schools like in Ashton, IL?

Ashton is served primarily by Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD 275. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.6:1.

What is the median household income in Ashton?

The median household income in Ashton, IL is $57,344 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.5%.

What is the weather like in Ashton, IL?

Ashton has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 32.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Ashton, IL affordable or expensive?

Ashton's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ashton is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $100,800 and the median rent is $785 per month.

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

Ashton has a violent crime rate of 90.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 208.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ashton, IL a Good Place to Live?

Ashton is a small town of 808 in Illinois, with a median household income of $57,344 and a 11.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Ashton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

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

All Ashton 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: 91.3

Ashton's overall cost of living index is 91.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ashton costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ashton, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$100,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$785	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$57,344	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Ashton's violent crime rate is 90.9 per 100,000 residents — 76% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

90.9 /100k

Property Crime

208.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ashton is served primarily by Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD 275. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ashton, IL	National Avg
School District	Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD 275	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ashton sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 82.2°F in July, with 36.6 inches of annual precipitation and 32.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ashton, IL
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	82.2°F
Annual Precipitation	36.6"
Annual Snowfall	32.3"

Demographics

Metric	Ashton, IL	National Avg
Population	808	—
Median Age	45.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	21.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Ashton

Ashton, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashton, IL affordable or expensive?

Ashton's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ashton roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $100,800 and median rent is $785/month.

What is the crime rate in Ashton, IL?

Ashton's violent crime rate is 90.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 208.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ashton?

Public schools in Ashton are operated by Ashton-Franklin Center CUSD 275. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.6:1. 8.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ashton, IL a good place to live?

Ashton, IL has a population of 808, a median household income of $57,344, and an unemployment rate of 11.5%. 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 Ashton?

Ashton averages 28.1°F in January and 82.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.6 inches with about 32.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ashton?

Ashton, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61006.

What is the population of Ashton?

The population of Ashton, Illinois is 808 with a median age of 45.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ashton?

Key numbers for living in Ashton: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $100,800, median household income $57,344, crime index 18 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ashton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.