What are the schools like in Silvis, IL?

Silvis is served primarily by Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What is the median household income in Silvis?

The median household income in Silvis, IL is $67,622 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.8%.

What is the weather like in Silvis, IL?

Silvis has an average high temperature of 30.5°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 36.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Silvis, IL affordable or expensive?

Silvis's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Silvis is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $130,400 and the median rent is $929 per month.

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

Silvis has a violent crime rate of 241.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3623.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Silvis, IL a Good Place to Live?

Silvis is a small town of 7,936 in Illinois, with a median household income of $67,622 and a 6.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

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

All Silvis 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

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

Metric	Silvis, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$130,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$929	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,622	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Silvis's violent crime rate is 241.6 per 100,000 residents — 36% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

241.6 /100k

Property Crime

3623.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Silvis is served primarily by Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Silvis, IL	National Avg
School District	Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Silvis sees average highs of 30.5°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 37.5 inches of annual precipitation and 36.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Silvis, IL
Average High — January	30.5°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	37.5"
Annual Snowfall	36.1"

Demographics

Metric	Silvis, IL	National Avg
Population	7,936	—
Median Age	46.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	7.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.9%	6.3%
Under 18	18.2%	22.2%
65 and over	24.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Carbon Cliff, IL 1 mi East Moline, IL 2 mi Barstow, IL 3 mi Campbell's Island, IL 3 mi Riverdale, IA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Silvis

Silvis, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61282

Silvis vs Other Cities

Silvis, IL vs Carbon Cliff, IL Silvis, IL vs East Moline, IL Silvis, IL vs Barstow, IL Silvis, IL vs Campbell's Island, IL Silvis, IL vs Riverdale, IA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silvis, IL affordable or expensive?

Silvis's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Silvis roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $130,400 and median rent is $929/month.

What is the crime rate in Silvis, IL?

Silvis's violent crime rate is 241.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 3623.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Silvis?

Public schools in Silvis are operated by Carbon Cliff-Barstow SD 36. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1. 19.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Silvis, IL a good place to live?

Silvis, IL has a population of 7,936, a median household income of $67,622, and an unemployment rate of 6.8%. 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 Silvis?

Silvis averages 30.5°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.5 inches with about 36.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Silvis?

Silvis, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61282.

What is the population of Silvis?

The population of Silvis, Illinois is 7,936 with a median age of 46.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Silvis?

Key numbers for living in Silvis: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $130,400, median household income $67,622, crime index 107 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Silvis side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.