What are the schools like in Sheffield, IL?

Sheffield is served primarily by Bureau Valley CUSD 340. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Sheffield?

The median household income in Sheffield, IL is $68,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in Sheffield, IL?

Sheffield has an average high temperature of 30.3°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 30.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Sheffield, IL affordable or expensive?

Sheffield's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sheffield is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,700 and the median rent is $880 per month.

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

Sheffield has a violent crime rate of 3.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 502.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sheffield, IL a Good Place to Live?

Sheffield is a small town of 801 in Illinois, with a median household income of $68,250 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

All Sheffield 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: 91.8

Sheffield's overall cost of living index is 91.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sheffield costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sheffield, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$880	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$68,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Sheffield's violent crime rate is 3.1 per 100,000 residents — 99% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

3.1 /100k

Property Crime

502.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Sheffield is served primarily by Bureau Valley CUSD 340. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sheffield, IL	National Avg
School District	Bureau Valley CUSD 340	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sheffield sees average highs of 30.3°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 39.6 inches of annual precipitation and 30.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sheffield, IL
Average High — January	30.3°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	39.6"
Annual Snowfall	30.8"

Demographics

Metric	Sheffield, IL	National Avg
Population	801	—
Median Age	45.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.6%	22.2%
65 and over	19.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Sheffield

Sheffield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61361

Sheffield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheffield, IL affordable or expensive?

Sheffield's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sheffield roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,700 and median rent is $880/month.

What is the crime rate in Sheffield, IL?

Sheffield's violent crime rate is 3.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 502.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sheffield?

Public schools in Sheffield are operated by Bureau Valley CUSD 340. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 15.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sheffield, IL a good place to live?

Sheffield, IL has a population of 801, a median household income of $68,250, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. 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 Sheffield?

Sheffield averages 30.3°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.6 inches with about 30.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sheffield?

Sheffield, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61361.

What is the population of Sheffield?

The population of Sheffield, Illinois is 801 with a median age of 45.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sheffield?

Key numbers for living in Sheffield: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $92,700, median household income $68,250, crime index 10 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sheffield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.