Stickney, IL Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

cincy_ezra Mar 6, 2026

How is Stickney for outdoor activities?

First post here. I'm single, late 20s, and With a population of 6,957, Stickney is a small town. Rent is about $1,114/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Let me know your thoughts. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Property taxes are ...

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chicago_henry Dec 24, 2025

How is the nightlife in Stickney?

Random thought, Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,114 for rent here. The median home value here is around $236,000, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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seattle_brooks Aug 24, 2025

Things Stickney needs to improve

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $236,000, which is actually reasonable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this?

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chicago_henry Jun 24, 2025

Stickney in the winter -how bad?

I grew up here but left for a while. Household incomes average around $67,307 in Stickney. With a population of 6,957, Stickney is a small town. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new develop...

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