What are the schools like in Cable, IL?

Cable is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Cable?

The median household income in Cable, IL is $66,932 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cable, IL?

Cable has an average high temperature of 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Cable, IL affordable or expensive?

Cable's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cable is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

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

Is Cable, IL a Good Place to Live?

Cable is a small town of 105 in Illinois, with a median household income of $66,932 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Cable stands out for an affordable cost of living.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Cable is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cable 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: 89.3

Cable's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cable costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cable, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,932	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cable is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cable, IL	National Avg
School District	Sherrard CUSD 200	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	7.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cable sees average highs of 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July, with 38.9 inches of annual precipitation and 26.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cable, IL
Average High — January	31.8°F
Average High — July	86.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.9"
Annual Snowfall	26.8"

Demographics

Metric	Cable, IL	National Avg
Population	105	—
Median Age	71.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	3.8%	22.2%
65 and over	52.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sherrard, IL 2 mi Swedona, IL 3 mi Preemption, IL 4 mi Matherville, IL 5 mi Windsor, IL 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Cable

Cable, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61281

Cable vs Other Cities

Cable, IL vs Sherrard, IL Cable, IL vs Swedona, IL Cable, IL vs Preemption, IL Cable, IL vs Matherville, IL Cable, IL vs Windsor, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cable, IL affordable or expensive?

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

What is the crime rate in Cable, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Cable?

Public schools in Cable are operated by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 7.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cable, IL a good place to live?

Cable, IL has a population of 105, a median household income of $66,932, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Cable?

Cable averages 31.8°F in January and 86.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.9 inches with about 26.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cable?

Cable, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61281.

What is the population of Cable?

The population of Cable, Illinois is 105 with a median age of 71.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cable?

Key numbers for living in Cable: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $66,932, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cable side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.