What are the schools like in Matteson, IL?

Matteson is served primarily by ESD 159. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.8:1.

What is the median household income in Matteson?

The median household income in Matteson, IL is $88,591 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.5%.

What is the weather like in Matteson, IL?

Matteson has an average high temperature of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Matteson, IL affordable or expensive?

Matteson's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Matteson is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $226,000 and the median rent is $1,420 per month.

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

Matteson has a violent crime rate of 347.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2418.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Matteson, IL a Good Place to Live?

Matteson is a small city of 18,898 in Illinois, with a median household income of $88,591 and a 12.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Matteson stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

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

All Matteson 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: 102.6

Matteson's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Matteson costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Matteson, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$226,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,420	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$88,591	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Matteson's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — 9% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

347.2 /100k

Property Crime

2418.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Matteson is served primarily by ESD 159. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Matteson, IL	National Avg
School District	ESD 159	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Matteson sees average highs of 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July, with 42.1 inches of annual precipitation and 28.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Matteson, IL
Average High — January	31.1°F
Average High — July	83.9°F
Annual Precipitation	42.1"
Annual Snowfall	28.2"

Demographics

Metric	Matteson, IL	National Avg
Population	18,898	—
Median Age	43.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	11.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	80.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	3.1%	6.3%
Under 18	20.6%	22.2%
65 and over	19.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Matteson

Matteson, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60443

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matteson, IL affordable or expensive?

Matteson's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Matteson roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $226,000 and median rent is $1,420/month.

What is the crime rate in Matteson, IL?

Matteson's violent crime rate is 347.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2418.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Matteson?

Public schools in Matteson are operated by ESD 159. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.8:1. 40.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Matteson, IL a good place to live?

Matteson, IL has a population of 18,898, a median household income of $88,591, and an unemployment rate of 12.5%. 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 Matteson?

Matteson averages 31.1°F in January and 83.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.1 inches with about 28.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Matteson?

Matteson, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60443.

What is the population of Matteson?

The population of Matteson, Illinois is 18,898 with a median age of 43.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Matteson?

Key numbers for living in Matteson: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $226,000, median household income $88,591, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Matteson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.