Sherman township, Illinois
Sherman township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sherman township is a geographic entity located in Mason County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 462. The land area covers 36.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 462 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs | ±15.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 240 | ±70 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 257 | ±69 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 240 | ±70 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17 | ±16 |
| Median Home Value | $79,000 | ±$14,996 |
| Median Gross Rent | $680 | ±$225 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,714 | ±$28,952 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,325 | ±$7,992 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.9% | ±13.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 112 | ±81 |
| Unemployment Rate | 15.5% | ±12.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 234 | ±76 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.8% | ±12.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF SHERMAN
GUS Population: 468 (2024)
ID: 163193
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 57, EASTON IL 62633-0057
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GUS Population: 12,543 (2024)
ID: 194542
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
COUNTY BUILDING, HAVANA IL 62644
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Sherman | PK-04 | Sherman, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chandlerville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Lewistown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenview, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Greenview, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Havana, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Havana, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Mason City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mason City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mason City, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Spoon River College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 23235 North County 22, Canton, IL, 61520-8622 |
3096474645
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HAVANA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 201 WEST ADAMS STREET, HAVANA, IL, 62644 |
(309) 543-4701
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Graham Hospital School of Nursing
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College | 21.8 mi away | 210 W Walnut St, Canton, IL, 61520-2497 |
3096474086
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MASON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 820 WEST CHESTNUT STREET, MASON CITY, IL, 62664 |
(217) 482-3799
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FORMAN VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 404 1/2 SOUTH HARRISON STREET, MANITO, IL, 61546 |
(309) 968-6093
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LEWISTOWN CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 1126 NORTH MAIN, LEWISTOWN, IL, 61542 |
(309) 547-2860
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 220 SOUTH SIXTH STREET, PETERSBURG, IL, 62675 |
(217) 632-2807
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AYER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 208 LOCUST STREET, DELAVAN, IL, 61734 |
(309) 244-8236
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PARLIN-INGERSOLL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 205 WEST CHESTNUT STREET, CANTON, IL, 61520 |
(309) 647-0328
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ATHENS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 410 EAST HARGRAVE STREET, ATHENS, IL, 62613 |
(217) 636-8047
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HAVANA, IL US, located 9.9 miles from Sherman township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.5° | 16.4° | 25.0° | 2.20" | 9.7" |
| February | 38.8° | 20.4° | 29.6° | 2.18" | 5.8" |
| March | 51.2° | 30.2° | 40.7° | 2.72" | 3.2" |
| April | 63.8° | 40.9° | 52.4° | 4.22" | 1.2" |
| May | 74.5° | 52.8° | 63.7° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.6° | 61.6° | 73.1° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.1° | 65.1° | 76.6° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.0° | 62.9° | 74.4° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 53.5° | 66.9° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.8° | 42.0° | 54.9° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.4° | 31.8° | 42.1° | 2.73" | 1.1" |
| December | 39.1° | 21.8° | 30.5° | 2.35" | 6.9" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easton village | Village | 3.0 mi | — |
| Topeka village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Forest City village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Havana city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
| Goofy Ridge CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Kilbourne village | Village | 10.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1712569329. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.