Sherman, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
4,211 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$147,025 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$291,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$881 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,455 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 2 4 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Schools

Sherman Elem School
<1 miles, E 2.8 star
Riverton High School
4 miles, SE 3.2 star

Colleges

Hospitals

St Johns Hospital
6 miles, SW 2.3 star
Memorial Medical Center
6 miles, SW 2.3 star
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
5 miles, W 1 star