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Sherman exudes a relaxed and family-oriented atmosphere. Residents take pride in their community, fostering a strong sense of belonging. You'll find well-maintained homes, friendly neighbors, and a peaceful pace of life.

Downtown Sherman
COMMUNITY GUIDE · SHERMAN
Sherman, Sangamon County

City Snapshot

Population

4,673

County

Sangamon County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$139,475

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Springfield Clinic Urgent Care - Sherman

HSHS St. John's Hospital

This Week

2026-27 3. Liga Season

2026-08-07

Various Springfield locations

Rodeo

2026-08-14 at 12:30 AM

Rodeo

2026-08-15 at 12:30 AM

Bailey Zimmerman

2026-08-15 at 1:00 AM

Lainey Wilson

2026-08-16 at 1:00 AM

Community Leaders

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Richard Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

T
Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

JB Pritzker
JB Pritzker

Governor

Democratic Party