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Sidell, IL

Illinois · Edgar County

Sidell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 447. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
447 Population 481/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $28,803 per capita
$73,600 Home Value $106,473 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population447
Median Age54.7 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$28,803
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$900
Ownership91.4%
Zillow$106,473
Housing Units201
Rent Burden35.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property175/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.5%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Broadband88.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Sidell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sidell receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sidell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sidell is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sidell is $73,600, 74% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sidell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 175 per 100,000, 91% below the national average.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sidell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sidell has a population of 447 with a density of 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.6% female and 43.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

447
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sidell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sidell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sidell is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,803 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,055, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 351 business establishments, including 38 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 1.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sidell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,803
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188
Gini Index0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sidell is $73,600, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,473, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 91.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 201 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $3,788. 35.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$106,473

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership91.4%
Owner-Occupied91.4%
Renter-Occupied8.6%
Housing Units201
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Sidell, 40.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.8% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 21.1% report binge drinking. 22.8% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.0% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,130. The dentist ratio is 1:3,287. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,130
Dentists1:3,287
Mental Health1:371
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Sidell has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 175 per 100,000, 91% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 175, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sidell receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Sidell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property175.4/100K
91% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft175.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Sidell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. The area receives 23.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 681 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates39.9097°N, 87.8236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEdgar County County
Nearest AirportVermilion Regional (DNV)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 23.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score34.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.6 / 100
Community Resilience70.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 47 km
Nov 11, 1991 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois M3.8 112 km
Dec 20, 1990 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana M3.7 108 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 93 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 75 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 142 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 69 km
May 10, 2012 0 km NW of Emison, Indiana M3.1 127 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 58 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 146 km
Apr 24, 1990 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois M2.9 111 km
Sep 10, 2023 9 km E of Parkersburg, Illinois M2.7 146 km
Apr 16, 1991 4 km E of Parkersburg, Illinois M2.7 147 km
May 10, 2012 1 km NNW of Emison, Indiana M2.7 125 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 143 km
Jun 16, 2022 4 km ESE of Parkersburg, Illinois M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

591 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 66 fatalities, 886 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1994 EF4 98 km 3
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 94 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 84 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 88 km 18
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 82 km 28
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 97 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 97 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 44 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 47 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 26 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 41 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 82 km 0
Jun 2, 1980 EF3 67 km 1
Jun 25, 1978 EF3 93 km 0
Aug 21, 1977 EF3 89 km 6
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 100 km 0
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 22 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 36 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 51 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in

Sidell has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 25°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.0").

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Sidell is located in Edgar County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 52.4-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 31 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyEdgar County County

Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Avg Download Speed72.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%
Average costs for common services in Sidell. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Top Industries in Edgar County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,100 12 $62,995 3.62
Retail Trade 612 44 $30,414 0.87
Accommodation & Food Services 590 38 $19,771 0.92
Finance & Insurance 337 17 $83,274 1.18
Agriculture & Forestry 206 23 $53,771 3.60
Wholesale Trade 182 16 $67,738 0.65
Construction 159 38 $60,333 0.43
Other Services 102 24 $31,922 0.48
Transportation & Warehousing 98 17 $55,039 0.33
Professional & Technical Services 77 17 $49,669 0.16
Administrative & Waste Services 52 12 $49,975 0.13
Arts & Entertainment 49 5 $10,815 0.41
Utilities 35 3 $99,455 1.30
Information & Technology 26 7 $36,319 0.20
Real Estate 6 4 $47,127 0.05

Schools in Sidell

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salt Fork Junior High School Middle 186 10 18.6:1
Salt Fork South Elementary School Elementary 164 17 9.6:1
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Radio Stations near Sidell

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hard Rock Heaven 80s, glam metal MP3 128 kbps
Radiostorm - Rock 104 - Classic Rock 60s, 70s MP3 192 kbps
Radio Aliento 100.5 FM bible, biblia MP3 192 kbps
K-Rock 101.5 — MP3
WEFT 90.1 East Central Illinois Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
B107.5 Country country MP3
Radio Kansas HD3 - Breeze — AAC 96 kbps
KWIC 99.3 "The Eagle" Topeka, KS classic hits, topeka AAC+ 48 kbps
WILL FM classical, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
WILL-AM 580 Urbana, IL news, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
Pizza FM college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Eureka 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
KANU 91.5 "Kansas Public Radio" Lawrence, KS classical, jazz MP3 96 kbps
KDVV 100.3 "V-100" Topeka, KS album oriented rock, topeka AAC+ 192 kbps
KTOP-AM "Sports Radio 1490" Topeka, KS cbs sports radio, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Kansas public radio AAC 136 kbps
KTOP-FM 102.9 "Nash Icon" St. Marys, KS country, st. mary's AAC+ 48 kbps
High Plains Public Radio - 91.1 KANZ classical, folk MP3 64 kbps
KMAJ-FM "Majic 107.7" Carbondale, KS adult contemporary, carbondale AAC+ 48 kbps
KCJK "X105.1" Mission, KS alternative rock, kansas city MP3 80 kbps
Green Lady Radio — AAC 64 kbps
Radio Kansas - 90.1 FM — AAC 136 kbps
KBCU-FM 88.1 Bethel College - North Newton, KS college radio, jazz MP3 192 kbps
KANU-HD2 "Kansas Public Radio" News Stream - Lawrence, KS bbc, kansas public radio MP3 96 kbps
High Plains Public Radio - 94.9 Connect (KANZ) npr, public radio MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Sidell

7 national parks and monuments found near Sidell.

ParkTypeFee
Cataract Falls State Park Free
Fox Ridge State Park State Park Free
Shades State Park State Park Free
Shakamak Prairie Nature Preserve State Park Free
Shakamak State Park State Park Free
Turkey Run State Park State Park Free
Unknown Park State Park Free

Museums in Sidell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
VERMILION COUNTY MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM2174422922$199,669
VERMILION COUNTY WAR MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM2174310034$41,688
HOMER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$3,905
CATLIN HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2174275766
CATLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY & HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION210 NORTH PARIS2174275766
CHAMPAIGN COUNTY FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2573 S HOMER LAKE ROAD2178962455
ILLIANA CIVIL WAR HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2173544519
ILLIANA GENEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION215 W NORTH ST2174318733
ILLINOIS BASKETBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM100 W MAIN STREET SUITE 1462174423865
INDIANOLA COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIDGE FARM HERITAGE SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 331
SIDELL COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2172889334
SIDNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 304 S RAILROADHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 335

Libraries in Sidell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY319 NORTH VERMILION STREET0.0166,568
ST. JOSEPH TOWNSHIP-SWEARINGEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY201 NORTH THIRD STREET0.021,331
WESTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT233 SOUTH STATE STREET0.021,073
OAKWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT110 EAST FINLEY STREET0.015,852
HOMER COMMUNITY LIBRARY500 EAST SECOND STREET0.011,643
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST WEST STREET0.010,340
CATLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT101 MAPLELEAF DRIVE0.09,485
NEWMAN REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT108 WEST YATES STREET0.08,057
OGDEN ROSE PUBLIC LIBRARY103 WEST MAIN STREET0.07,540
CHRISMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY108 NORTH ILLINOIS STREET0.07,023
SIDNEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY221 SOUTH DAVID STREET0.06,126
SIDELL DISTRICT LIBRARY101 EAST MARKET STREET0.04,160
VANCE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY107 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.02,600
ELWOOD TOWNSHIP CARNEGIE LIBRARY104 NORTH STATE STREET0.01,842

Farmers Markets in Sidell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Danville Farmers Market319 N. Vermilion Street05/17/2014 to 10/04/2014Tue: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Banks in Sidell

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Prospect Bank

Cell Towers in Sidell

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
23370 N. 1525th Street (170966)GTOWER81
101 MORGAN AVENUE (64101)LTOWER80
17820 N. 500 East Road (64103)LTOWER79
225 S. Ranch Road (64108)LTOWER79
331 North City Line Road (170960)GTOWER79
2000 EAST MAIN STREET (98646)LTOWER79
1254 Michigan Ave (170970)LTOWER76
(Chrisman) 311 W. McKinley AvenueLTOWER61
8283 N 1450 EAST ROADTOWER61
NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 2350 & I-74 (66428)LTOWER58
NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 2350 & I-74 (66428)LTOWER58

Fire Stations in Sidell

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sidell Fire & Rescue213 Market STVolunteer217-898-3686

Bridges in Sidell

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1949120950F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198559200G
Channel BeamConcrete1986106150F
CulvertConcrete19722275G
CulvertConcrete20103050G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20104550F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20066250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20215750G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20076250G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19945850F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19905950F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19907450F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199011650F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19796550F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19945020F
Channel BeamConcrete19888320F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19886420F
Channel BeamConcrete19807620F

Superfund Sites Near Sidell

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BUNGE MILLING321 E NORTH STVERMILION
VISCOFAN USA INC915 N MICHIGAN AVEVERMILION
VISCOFAN USA INC915 N MICHIGAN AVEVERMILION

Airports Near Sidell

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman FieldHUFMedium Airport
University of Illinois Willard AirportCMIMedium Airport
Aero Plaines Airport—Small Airport
Brazil Clay County Airport—Small Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Butler Field—Small Airport
C D Maulding Airport—Small Airport
Careferre Acres Airport—Small Airport
Casey Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cast Airport—Small Airport
Coles County Memorial AirportMTOSmall Airport
Cooch Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Cottingham Airport—Small Airport
Davis Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Day Aero-Place Airport—Small Airport
Dean Schwenk RLA Airport—Small Airport
Durflinger Airport—Small Airport
Edgar County Airport—Small Airport
Frasca Field—Small Airport
Garrard Airport—Small Airport
Gary Johnson Field—Small Airport
Gessie Airport—Small Airport
Hasselbring Airport—Small Airport
Higginbotham Field—Small Airport
Hildreth Air Park—Small Airport
Justus Airport—Small Airport
Kibler Airport—Small Airport
Leak Airport—Small Airport
Liannimal's Landing—Small Airport
Litchfield Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Marvin D Bradd Airport—Small Airport
Mayhall Airport—Small Airport
McCulley Airport—Small Airport
Melody Field—Small Airport
Paxton Airport—Small Airport
Perry RLA Airport—Small Airport
Rantoul National Aviation Center - Frank Elliot field—Small Airport
Redeker Airport—Small Airport
Riggins Farms Airport—Small Airport
Riley Field—Small Airport
Routh Airport—Small Airport
Schertz Field—Small Airport
Shakamak Airport—Small Airport
Shure Airport—Small Airport
Sky King Airport—Small Airport
Songer Airport—Small Airport
Stichnoth Airport—Small Airport
Strip Airport—Small Airport
Ted's Place Airport—Small Airport
Triple Creek Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Sidell

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Danville Police DepartmentSouth Street
Tilton Police Station
Vermilion County Sheriff'2 East South Street
Westville Police Dept.

Grocery Stores in Sidell

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Sidell GroceryGrocery Store206 N Gray St

Treatment Centers in Sidell

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alpha Omega Counseling CenterSubstance Abuse217-274-7336
Aunt Marthas Health and Wellness - Center for Childrens ServicesBoth217-446-1300

DOL Wage Violations in Sidell

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,500 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$5,500
Back Wages Owed
2
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Sidell Grocery and Liquors — — 61876 — 1 $5,500 $2,750 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sidell

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH300 N GREY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sidell

What is the population of Sidell?

Sidell has a population of 447 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 481 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.6% female and 43.4% male.

Is Sidell expensive to live in?

Sidell has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $73,600 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sidell safe?

Sidell is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 175 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sidell receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sidell?

Sidell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Sidell?

The job market in Sidell is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,055. There are 351 business establishments in the area, including 38 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 1.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sidell?

The median home value in Sidell is $73,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,473. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,788.

How are the schools in Sidell?

Schools in Sidell score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.1% of adults in Sidell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sidell?

The obesity rate in Sidell is 40.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 22.8% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,130.

What is transportation like in Sidell?

The average commute in Sidell is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sidell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sidell is 97.8% White, 1.1% Black or African American. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.3% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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