What are the schools like in Cypress, IL?

Cypress is served primarily by Cypress SD 64. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.7:1.

What is the median household income in Cypress?

The median household income in Cypress, IL is $49,000 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 Cypress, IL?

Cypress has an average high temperature of 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Cypress, IL affordable or expensive?

Cypress's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cypress is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $70,000 and the median rent is $780 per month.

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

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

Is Cypress, IL a Good Place to Live?

Cypress is a small town of 223 in Illinois, with a median household income of $49,000 . Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

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

All Cypress 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: 87.2

Cypress's overall cost of living index is 87.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cypress costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Cypress, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$70,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$780	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$49,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Cypress is served primarily by Cypress SD 64. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cypress, IL	National Avg
School District	Cypress SD 64	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	6.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cypress sees average highs of 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July, with 49.4 inches of annual precipitation and 7.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cypress, IL
Average High — January	43.1°F
Average High — July	89.0°F
Annual Precipitation	49.4"
Annual Snowfall	7.2"

Demographics

Metric	Cypress, IL	National Avg
Population	223	—
Median Age	42.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.9%	22.2%
65 and over	17.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Cypress

Cypress, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62923

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cypress, IL affordable or expensive?

Cypress's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Cypress roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $70,000 and median rent is $780/month.

What is the crime rate in Cypress, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Cypress?

Public schools in Cypress are operated by Cypress SD 64. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.7:1. 6.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cypress, IL a good place to live?

Cypress, IL has a population of 223, a median household income of $49,000, 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 Cypress?

Cypress averages 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.4 inches with about 7.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cypress?

Cypress, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62923.

What is the population of Cypress?

The population of Cypress, Illinois is 223 with a median age of 42.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cypress?

Key numbers for living in Cypress: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $70,000, median household income $49,000, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cypress side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.