Sidell, IL

Illinois

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.

3.6 /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
B+
Overall
3.6 / 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
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$106,473
Rent Burden35.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation681 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.34

Community

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

Is Sidell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sidell receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 0 per 100,000, 100% 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 5.3/10.

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. 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. The median age is 54.7 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

447
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
54.7yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sidell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
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. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

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

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
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 average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $106,473.

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

Owner-Occupied91.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Sidell, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate76.0%
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. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Sidell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates39.9097°N, 87.8236°W
County FIPS17045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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