What are the schools like in Tamms, IL?

Tamms is served primarily by Egyptian CUSD 5. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.

What is the median household income in Tamms?

The median household income in Tamms, IL is $46,146 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Tamms, IL?

Tamms has an average high temperature of 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 7.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Tamms, IL affordable or expensive?

Tamms's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Tamms is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $82,800 and the median rent is $525 per month.

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

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

Is Tamms, IL a Good Place to Live?

Tamms is a small town of 535 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,146 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Tamms stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Tamms is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Tamms 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: 86.3

Tamms's overall cost of living index is 86.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Tamms costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Tamms, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$82,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$525	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,146	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Tamms is served primarily by Egyptian CUSD 5. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Tamms, IL	National Avg
School District	Egyptian CUSD 5	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Tamms sees average highs of 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July, with 49.4 inches of annual precipitation and 7.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Tamms, IL
Average High — January	43.1°F
Average High — July	89.0°F
Annual Precipitation	49.4"
Annual Snowfall	7.2"

Demographics

Metric	Tamms, IL	National Avg
Population	535	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	57.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	37.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	23.9%	22.2%
65 and over	23.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pulaski, IL 4 mi Olive Branch, IL 6 mi Ullin, IL 6 mi Unity, IL 6 mi Mill Creek, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Tamms

Tamms, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62988

Tamms vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tamms, IL affordable or expensive?

Tamms's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Tamms roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $82,800 and median rent is $525/month.

What is the crime rate in Tamms, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Tamms?

Public schools in Tamms are operated by Egyptian CUSD 5. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1. 12.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Tamms, IL a good place to live?

Tamms, IL has a population of 535, a median household income of $46,146, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Tamms?

Tamms averages 43.1°F in January and 89.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.4 inches with about 7.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Tamms?

Tamms, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62988.

What is the population of Tamms?

The population of Tamms, Illinois is 535 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Tamms?

Key numbers for living in Tamms: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $82,800, median household income $46,146, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Tamms side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.