Carthage city, Illinois
Official LSAD Designation: Carthage city • Census GEOID: 1711527
• Hancock County
Carthage city is an incorporated city in Hancock County, Illinois. According to official records from the Census (2025), Carthage city had an estimated population of 2,393 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Carthage city (GEOID 1711527).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Carthage
Municipal
Official Title:
City Clerk
Address:
538 WABASH AVE, CARTHAGE IL 62321-1360
County Of Hancock
County
Official Title:
County Board Chair
Address:
PO BOX 500, CARTHAGE IL 62321
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,393 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $77,004 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $112,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 2.51 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).