What are the schools like in Ewing, IL?

Ewing is served primarily by Ewing Northern CCSD 115. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1.

What is the median household income in Ewing?

The median household income in Ewing, IL is $69,615 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in Ewing, IL?

Ewing has an average high temperature of 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 8.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Ewing, IL affordable or expensive?

Ewing's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ewing is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $73,300 and the median rent is $830 per month.

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

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

Is Ewing, IL a Good Place to Live?

Ewing is a small town of 396 in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,615 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

All Ewing 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: 90.2

Ewing's overall cost of living index is 90.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ewing costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ewing, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$73,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$830	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,615	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Ewing is served primarily by Ewing Northern CCSD 115. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ewing, IL	National Avg
School District	Ewing Northern CCSD 115	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ewing sees average highs of 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July, with 46.0 inches of annual precipitation and 8.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ewing, IL
Average High — January	40.7°F
Average High — July	88.2°F
Annual Precipitation	46.0"
Annual Snowfall	8.3"

Demographics

Metric	Ewing, IL	National Avg
Population	396	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.4%	22.2%
65 and over	22.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Ewing

Ewing, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62836

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ewing, IL affordable or expensive?

Ewing's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ewing roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $73,300 and median rent is $830/month.

What is the crime rate in Ewing, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Ewing?

Public schools in Ewing are operated by Ewing Northern CCSD 115. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1. 25.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ewing, IL a good place to live?

Ewing, IL has a population of 396, a median household income of $69,615, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. 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 Ewing?

Ewing averages 40.7°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.0 inches with about 8.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ewing?

Ewing, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62836.

What is the population of Ewing?

The population of Ewing, Illinois is 396 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ewing?

Key numbers for living in Ewing: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $73,300, median household income $69,615, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ewing side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.