What are the schools like in Cerro Gordo, IL?

Cerro Gordo is served primarily by Cerro Gordo CUSD 100. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Cerro Gordo?

The median household income in Cerro Gordo, IL is $67,303 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.7%.

What is the weather like in Cerro Gordo, IL?

Cerro Gordo has an average high temperature of 34.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Cerro Gordo, IL affordable or expensive?

Cerro Gordo's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cerro Gordo is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $106,400 and the median rent is $820 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cerro Gordo, IL?

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

Is Cerro Gordo, IL a Good Place to Live?

Cerro Gordo is a small town of 1,411 in Illinois, with a median household income of $67,303 and a 11.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

Strengths: Cerro Gordo 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 Cerro Gordo is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cerro Gordo 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: 90.8

Cerro Gordo's overall cost of living index is 90.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cerro Gordo costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cerro Gordo, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$106,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$820	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	72.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,303	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

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

Schools & Education

Cerro Gordo is served primarily by Cerro Gordo CUSD 100. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cerro Gordo, IL	National Avg
School District	Cerro Gordo CUSD 100	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cerro Gordo sees average highs of 34.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July, with 39.8 inches of annual precipitation and 20.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cerro Gordo, IL
Average High — January	34.7°F
Average High — July	85.8°F
Annual Precipitation	39.8"
Annual Snowfall	20.7"

Demographics

Metric	Cerro Gordo, IL	National Avg
Population	1,411	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	27.9%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Cerro Gordo

Cerro Gordo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61818

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cerro Gordo, IL affordable or expensive?

Cerro Gordo's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cerro Gordo roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $106,400 and median rent is $820/month.

What is the crime rate in Cerro Gordo, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Cerro Gordo?

Public schools in Cerro Gordo are operated by Cerro Gordo CUSD 100. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 17.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cerro Gordo, IL a good place to live?

Cerro Gordo, IL has a population of 1,411, a median household income of $67,303, and an unemployment rate of 11.7%. 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 Cerro Gordo?

Cerro Gordo averages 34.7°F in January and 85.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.8 inches with about 20.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cerro Gordo?

Cerro Gordo, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61818.

What is the population of Cerro Gordo?

The population of Cerro Gordo, Illinois is 1,411 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cerro Gordo?

Key numbers for living in Cerro Gordo: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $106,400, median household income $67,303, crime index 2 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cerro Gordo side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.