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Sheldon, IL
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Sheldon, IL
At a Glance
How Sheldon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sheldon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sheldon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sheldon residents earn a median household income of $43,942 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,922. The unemployment rate stands at 10.4% (189% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 675 business establishments, including 59 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sheldon is $75,200 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $81,748. Median rent is $738/month, with 28.4% 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 1953.
Safety & Crime
Sheldon reports 176 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,347/100K.
Education
6.9% of adults in Sheldon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 77.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sheldon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.