Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Sidney is a small town in Illinois with a population of 849. Residents earn $84,073 per year, which is 12% above the national average.
Based on current data, Sidney receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sidney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Sidney is $84,073, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Sidney is $187,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Sidney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,073 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,301 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,235 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,600 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,160 |
| County GDP | $15,450M |
| Restaurants | 590 |
| Healthcare | 419 |
| Retail | 576 |
| Manufacturing | 124 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,971 |
| 128% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.26% |
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |
| Census Median | $187,000 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $219,556 |
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,140 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,971 |
| 128% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.26% |
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.8% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,180/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 419 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.9 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 660 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,369/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0254°N, 88.0722°W |
| County FIPS | 17019 |
Winner: Democrat by 24.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.4% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,369/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.5% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 11 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 419 |
| Restaurants | 590 |
| Retail Stores | 576 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Avg Commute | 28.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.1% |