What are the schools like in Lewistown, IL?

Lewistown is served primarily by Lewistown CUSD 97. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.

What is the median household income in Lewistown?

The median household income in Lewistown, IL is $46,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 15.5%.

What is the weather like in Lewistown, IL?

Lewistown has an average high temperature of 33.5°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Lewistown, IL affordable or expensive?

Lewistown's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lewistown is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,000 and the median rent is $716 per month.

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

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

Is Lewistown, IL a Good Place to Live?

Lewistown is a small town of 1,938 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,875 and a 15.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Lewistown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lewistown 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

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

Metric	Lewistown, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$716	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Lewistown is served primarily by Lewistown CUSD 97. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lewistown, IL	National Avg
School District	Lewistown CUSD 97	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lewistown sees average highs of 33.5°F in January and 88.1°F in July, with 41.0 inches of annual precipitation and 27.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lewistown, IL
Average High — January	33.5°F
Average High — July	88.1°F
Annual Precipitation	41.0"
Annual Snowfall	27.9"

Demographics

Metric	Lewistown, IL	National Avg
Population	1,938	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	15.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.2%	18.9%
Asian	3.8%	6.3%
Under 18	25.6%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

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ZIP Codes in Lewistown

Lewistown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61542

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewistown, IL affordable or expensive?

Lewistown's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lewistown roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,000 and median rent is $716/month.

What is the crime rate in Lewistown, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Lewistown?

Public schools in Lewistown are operated by Lewistown CUSD 97. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1. 11.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lewistown, IL a good place to live?

Lewistown, IL has a population of 1,938, a median household income of $46,875, and an unemployment rate of 15.5%. 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 Lewistown?

Lewistown averages 33.5°F in January and 88.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.0 inches with about 27.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lewistown?

Lewistown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61542.

What is the population of Lewistown?

The population of Lewistown, Illinois is 1,938 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lewistown?

Key numbers for living in Lewistown: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $80,000, median household income $46,875, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lewistown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.