What are the schools like in Sheridan, IL?

Sheridan is served primarily by Serena CUSD 2. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Sheridan?

The median household income in Sheridan, IL is $71,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Sheridan, IL?

Sheridan has an average high temperature of 31.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Sheridan, IL affordable or expensive?

Sheridan's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sheridan is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $162,600 and the median rent is $970 per month.

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

Sheridan has a violent crime rate of 96.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 653.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sheridan, IL a Good Place to Live?

Sheridan is a small town of 2,694 in Illinois, with a median household income of $71,667 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

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

All Sheridan 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: 95.4

Sheridan's overall cost of living index is 95.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sheridan costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Sheridan, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$162,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$970	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Sheridan's violent crime rate is 96.6 per 100,000 residents — 75% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

96.6 /100k

Property Crime

653.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Sheridan is served primarily by Serena CUSD 2. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sheridan, IL	National Avg
School District	Serena CUSD 2	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	3.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	73.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sheridan sees average highs of 31.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 42.4 inches of annual precipitation and 25.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sheridan, IL
Average High — January	31.4°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	42.4"
Annual Snowfall	25.0"

Demographics

Metric	Sheridan, IL	National Avg
Population	2,694	—
Median Age	33.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	42.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	59.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	34.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.7%	22.2%
65 and over	3.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Serena, IL 4 mi Millington, IL 5 mi Newark, IL 5 mi Lake Holiday, IL 6 mi Somonauk, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Sheridan

Sheridan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60551

Sheridan vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheridan, IL affordable or expensive?

Sheridan's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Sheridan roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $162,600 and median rent is $970/month.

What is the crime rate in Sheridan, IL?

Sheridan's violent crime rate is 96.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 653.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sheridan?

Public schools in Sheridan are operated by Serena CUSD 2. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 3.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sheridan, IL a good place to live?

Sheridan, IL has a population of 2,694, a median household income of $71,667, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 Sheridan?

Sheridan averages 31.4°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.4 inches with about 25.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sheridan?

Sheridan, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60551.

What is the population of Sheridan?

The population of Sheridan, Illinois is 2,694 with a median age of 33.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sheridan?

Key numbers for living in Sheridan: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $162,600, median household income $71,667, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sheridan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.