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Sheldon, IL


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Sheldon, Illinois

Sheldon, Illinois, in Iroquois county, is 43 miles NW of Lafayette, Indiana (center to center) and 75 miles S of Chicago, Illinois. The village contains a population of approximately 1,232.

The People and Families of Sheldon

In Sheldon, about 54% of adults are married. There are plenty of young children in Sheldon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Sheldon had a median family income of $38,750.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Sheldon.

Sheldon Housing

Sheldon has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 76% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the village might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side.

Commuting

In Sheldon, 96% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of Sheldon, IL

Comparing Sheldon to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Male Share of the Population88
Senior Citizens78
Well-Paid Single Men63
Age of the Population56
Racial Diversity45
Female Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size77
Portion of People Married54

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty64
People in Middle Class or Better53
Median Family Income52
College Educated Adults32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work76
Short Commute Times78
Public Transportation Use64
Working at Home44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents67
Affordability of Property Taxes47
People Living Alone45
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals44
Seasonal and Vacation Housing24
Housing Recently Built11
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