Sheffield, IL

Illinois

Sheffield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 789. Residents earn $68,542 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
789 Population 674/sq mi density
$68,542 Median Income $33,103 per capita
$102,600 Home Value $115,991 Zillow
$992 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,542 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,600 home value, $992/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,542
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Sheffield Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population789
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density674/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,542
Per Capita$33,103
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,600
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,991
Housing Units423
Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries14

Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sheffield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sheffield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sheffield is $68,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sheffield is $102,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sheffield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sheffield has a population of 789 with a density of 674 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

789
Total Population
674
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sheffield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sheffield is $68,542, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sheffield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,542
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,103
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sheffield is $102,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,991.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,600
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,991

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$992
15% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units423
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Sheffield, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sheffield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60
Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density674/sq mi
Coordinates41.3580°N, 89.7392°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density674/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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