What are the schools like in Goodfield, IL?

Goodfield is served primarily by Eureka CUD 140. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.3:1.

What is the median household income in Goodfield?

The median household income in Goodfield, IL is $103,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.5%.

What is the weather like in Goodfield, IL?

Goodfield has an average high temperature of 33.2°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 22.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Goodfield, IL affordable or expensive?

Goodfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Goodfield is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $230,100 and the median rent is $950 per month.

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

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

Is Goodfield, IL a Good Place to Live?

Goodfield is a small town of 906 in Illinois, with a median household income of $103,750 and a 0.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Goodfield stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

All Goodfield 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: 88.6

Goodfield's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Goodfield costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Goodfield, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$230,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$950	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	93.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$103,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Goodfield is served primarily by Eureka CUD 140. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Goodfield, IL	National Avg
School District	Eureka CUD 140	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Goodfield sees average highs of 33.2°F in January and 85.5°F in July, with 37.5 inches of annual precipitation and 22.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Goodfield, IL
Average High — January	33.2°F
Average High — July	85.5°F
Annual Precipitation	37.5"
Annual Snowfall	22.3"

Demographics

Metric	Goodfield, IL	National Avg
Population	906	—
Median Age	47.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	24.0%	22.2%
65 and over	17.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Congerville, IL 3 mi Deer Creek, IL 4 mi Eureka, IL 6 mi Heritage Lake, IL 7 mi Carlock, IL 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Goodfield

Goodfield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61742

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goodfield, IL affordable or expensive?

Goodfield's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Goodfield roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $230,100 and median rent is $950/month.

What is the crime rate in Goodfield, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Goodfield?

Public schools in Goodfield are operated by Eureka CUD 140. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.3:1. 37.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Goodfield, IL a good place to live?

Goodfield, IL has a population of 906, a median household income of $103,750, and an unemployment rate of 0.5%. 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 Goodfield?

Goodfield averages 33.2°F in January and 85.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.5 inches with about 22.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Goodfield?

Goodfield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61742.

What is the population of Goodfield?

The population of Goodfield, Illinois is 906 with a median age of 47.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Goodfield?

Key numbers for living in Goodfield: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $230,100, median household income $103,750, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Goodfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.