What are the schools like in Matherville, IL?

Matherville is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Matherville?

The median household income in Matherville, IL is $70,556 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.9%.

What is the weather like in Matherville, IL?

Matherville has an average high temperature of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Matherville, IL affordable or expensive?

Matherville's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Matherville is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $131,300 and the median rent is $779 per month.

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

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

Is Matherville, IL a Good Place to Live?

Matherville is a small town of 794 in Illinois, with a median household income of $70,556 and a 5.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Matherville stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Matherville 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: 89.3

Matherville's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Matherville costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Matherville, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$131,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$779	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,556	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Matherville is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Matherville, IL	National Avg
School District	Sherrard CUSD 200	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Matherville sees average highs of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 39.1 inches of annual precipitation and 21.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Matherville, IL
Average High — January	31.0°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	39.1"
Annual Snowfall	21.8"

Demographics

Metric	Matherville, IL	National Avg
Population	794	—
Median Age	34.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	32.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Viola, IL 4 mi Preemption, IL 4 mi Cable, IL 5 mi Reynolds, IL 6 mi Sherrard, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Matherville

Matherville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61263

Matherville vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matherville, IL affordable or expensive?

Matherville's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Matherville roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $131,300 and median rent is $779/month.

What is the crime rate in Matherville, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Matherville?

Public schools in Matherville are operated by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 17.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Matherville, IL a good place to live?

Matherville, IL has a population of 794, a median household income of $70,556, and an unemployment rate of 5.9%. 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 Matherville?

Matherville averages 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.1 inches with about 21.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Matherville?

Matherville, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61263.

What is the population of Matherville?

The population of Matherville, Illinois is 794 with a median age of 34.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Matherville?

Key numbers for living in Matherville: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $131,300, median household income $70,556, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Matherville side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.