What are the schools like in Shipman, IL?

Shipman is served primarily by Southwestern CUSD 9. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What is the median household income in Shipman?

The median household income in Shipman, IL is $54,891 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.6%.

What is the weather like in Shipman, IL?

Shipman has an average high temperature of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Shipman, IL affordable or expensive?

Shipman's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Shipman is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $98,400 and the median rent is $791 per month.

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

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

Is Shipman, IL a Good Place to Live?

Shipman is a small town of 668 in Illinois, with a median household income of $54,891 and a 9.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

All Shipman 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: 96.3

Shipman's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Shipman costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Shipman, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$98,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$791	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$54,891	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Shipman is served primarily by Southwestern CUSD 9. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Shipman, IL	National Avg
School District	Southwestern CUSD 9	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Shipman sees average highs of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July, with 39.8 inches of annual precipitation and 16.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Shipman, IL
Average High — January	36.1°F
Average High — July	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	39.8"
Annual Snowfall	16.5"

Demographics

Metric	Shipman, IL	National Avg
Population	668	—
Median Age	37.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	32.5%	22.2%
65 and over	16.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Royal Lakes, IL 5 mi Medora, IL 6 mi Fidelity, IL 7 mi Bunker Hill, IL 7 mi Brighton, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Shipman

Shipman, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62685

Shipman vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shipman, IL affordable or expensive?

Shipman's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Shipman roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $98,400 and median rent is $791/month.

What is the crime rate in Shipman, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Shipman?

Public schools in Shipman are operated by Southwestern CUSD 9. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1. 21.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Shipman, IL a good place to live?

Shipman, IL has a population of 668, a median household income of $54,891, and an unemployment rate of 9.6%. 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 Shipman?

Shipman averages 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.8 inches with about 16.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Shipman?

Shipman, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62685.

What is the population of Shipman?

The population of Shipman, Illinois is 668 with a median age of 37.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Shipman?

Key numbers for living in Shipman: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $98,400, median household income $54,891, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Shipman side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.