What are the schools like in Viola, IL?

Viola is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.9:1.

What is the median household income in Viola?

The median household income in Viola, IL is $68,929 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in Viola, IL?

Viola has an average high temperature of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Viola, IL affordable or expensive?

Viola's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Viola is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $111,400 and the median rent is $725 per month.

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

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

Is Viola, IL a Good Place to Live?

Viola is a small town of 1,033 in Illinois, with a median household income of $68,929 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Viola stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Viola is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Viola 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

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

Metric	Viola, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$111,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	90.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$68,929	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Viola is served primarily by Sherrard CUSD 200. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Viola, IL	National Avg
School District	Sherrard CUSD 200	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Viola sees average highs of 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 38.9 inches of annual precipitation and 21.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Viola, IL
Average High — January	31.0°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	38.9"
Annual Snowfall	21.8"

Demographics

Metric	Viola, IL	National Avg
Population	1,033	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	20.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.3%	22.2%
65 and over	15.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Matherville, IL 4 mi Cable, IL 7 mi Windsor, IL 7 mi Preemption, IL 7 mi Aledo, IL 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Viola

Viola, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61486

Viola vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Viola, IL affordable or expensive?

Viola's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Viola roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $111,400 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in Viola, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Viola?

Public schools in Viola are operated by Sherrard CUSD 200. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.9:1. 16.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Viola, IL a good place to live?

Viola, IL has a population of 1,033, a median household income of $68,929, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. 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 Viola?

Viola averages 31.0°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.9 inches with about 21.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Viola?

Viola, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61486.

What is the population of Viola?

The population of Viola, Illinois is 1,033 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Viola?

Key numbers for living in Viola: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $111,400, median household income $68,929, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Viola side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.