Sherrard, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
705 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,932 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$603 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$583 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 21
Feb 2 5 26
Mar 2 2 38
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 8%

Schools

Sherrard Elementary School
<1 miles, N 1.9 star
Sherrard High School
2 miles, N 3.2 star
Sherrard Jr High School
2 miles, N 2.3 star
Matherville Intermediate School
7 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Black Hawk College
12 miles, NE 1.4 star
Midwest Technical Institute-Moline
12 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Trinity-Rock Island
12 miles, N 3.2 star
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
16 miles, W 4.1 star
Genesis Medical Center-Davenport
16 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
9 miles, N 1.4 star
The Eastern Iowa Airport
74 miles, NW 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
76 miles, N 1 star