What are the schools like in Beardstown, IL?

Beardstown is served primarily by Beardstown CUSD 15. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.7:1.

What is the median household income in Beardstown?

The median household income in Beardstown, IL is $58,804 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.3%.

What is the weather like in Beardstown, IL?

Beardstown has an average high temperature of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Beardstown, IL affordable or expensive?

Beardstown's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Beardstown is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $78,700 and the median rent is $697 per month.

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

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

Is Beardstown, IL a Good Place to Live?

Beardstown is a small town of 5,884 in Illinois, with a median household income of $58,804 and a 8.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Beardstown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Beardstown 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: 89.1

Beardstown's overall cost of living index is 89.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Beardstown costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Beardstown, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$78,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$697	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,804	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Beardstown is served primarily by Beardstown CUSD 15. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Beardstown, IL	National Avg
School District	Beardstown CUSD 15	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	79.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Beardstown sees average highs of 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 36.0 inches of annual precipitation and 11.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Beardstown, IL
Average High — January	32.9°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	36.0"
Annual Snowfall	11.8"

Demographics

Metric	Beardstown, IL	National Avg
Population	5,884	—
Median Age	31.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	6.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	21.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.6%	6.3%
Under 18	28.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Browning, IL 9 mi Arenzville, IL 10 mi Rushville, IL 10 mi Ripley, IL 11 mi Virginia, IL 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Beardstown

Beardstown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62618

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beardstown, IL affordable or expensive?

Beardstown's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Beardstown roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $78,700 and median rent is $697/month.

What is the crime rate in Beardstown, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Beardstown?

Public schools in Beardstown are operated by Beardstown CUSD 15. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. 14.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Beardstown, IL a good place to live?

Beardstown, IL has a population of 5,884, a median household income of $58,804, and an unemployment rate of 8.3%. 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 Beardstown?

Beardstown averages 32.9°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.0 inches with about 11.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Beardstown?

Beardstown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62618.

What is the population of Beardstown?

The population of Beardstown, Illinois is 5,884 with a median age of 31.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Beardstown?

Key numbers for living in Beardstown: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $78,700, median household income $58,804, schools rated C-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Beardstown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.