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Sheffield, IL
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Sheffield, IL
At a Glance
How Sheffield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sheffield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sheffield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sheffield residents earn a median household income of $68,542 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,103. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 771 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sheffield is $102,600 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $115,991. Median rent is $992/month, with 41.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1943.
Safety & Crime
Sheffield reports 293 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,367/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Sheffield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sheffield has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.