Avena township, Illinois
Avena township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Avena township is a geographic entity located in Fayette County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,875. The land area covers 36.32 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,875 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 721 | ±102 | 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 | 830 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 721 | ±102 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 109 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $96,000 | ±$17,585 |
| Median Gross Rent | $749 | ±$30 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,023 | ±$12,514 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,977 | ±$3,933 |
| Poverty Rate | 20% | ±11.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 367 | ±217 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 830 | ±170 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.5% | ±6.2% |
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 AVENA
GUS Population: 1,897 (2024)
ID: 162875
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: AVENA TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR
2205 E 2300 AVE, SAINT ELMO IL 62458-9578
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GUS Population: 21,157 (2024)
ID: 193180
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
PO BOX 401, VANDALIA IL 62471-0401
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Altamont, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Altamont, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Beecher City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Beecher City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Brownstown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brownstown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Brownstown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Herrick, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cowden, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-09 | Vandalia, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SAINT ELMO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 311 WEST CUMBERLAND ROAD, SAINT ELMO, IL, 62458 |
(618) 829-5544
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BROWNSTOWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, BROWNSTOWN, IL, 62418 |
(618) 427-3853
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ALTAMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 121 WEST WASHINGTON AVENUE, ALTAMONT, IL, 62411 |
(618) 483-5457
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BEECHER CITY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 1358 EAST STATE HWY 33, BEECHER CITY, IL, 62414 |
(618) 487-9400
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EVANS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 215 SOUTH FIFTH STREET, VANDALIA, IL, 62471 |
(618) 283-2824
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HERRICK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 303 NORTH BROADWAY STREET, HERRICK, IL, 62431 |
(618) 428-5223
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DRY POINT TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | COUNTY HIGHWAY 651, COWDEN, IL, 62422 |
(217) 783-2616
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RAMSEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 401 SOUTH SUPERIOR STREET, RAMSEY, IL, 62080 |
(618) 423-2019
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EFFINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 200 NORTH THIRD STREET, EFFINGHAM, IL, 62401 |
(217) 342-2464
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KINMUNDY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 111 SOUTH MONROE STREET, KINMUNDY, IL, 62854 |
(618) 547-3250
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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 BROWNSTOWN 4 SW, IL US, located 7.9 miles from Avena township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.0° | 21.3° | 29.2° | 2.82" | — |
| February | 42.1° | 25.3° | 33.7° | 2.41" | — |
| March | 52.4° | 34.7° | 43.6° | 3.17" | — |
| April | 64.9° | 45.4° | 55.2° | 4.39" | — |
| May | 74.7° | 55.1° | 64.9° | 5.34" | — |
| June | 83.6° | 65.1° | 74.3° | 4.13" | — |
| July | 86.7° | 67.0° | 76.8° | 3.74" | — |
| August | 85.5° | 64.1° | 74.8° | 3.15" | — |
| September | 80.0° | 56.4° | 68.2° | 3.38" | — |
| October | 66.6° | 44.9° | 55.8° | 2.89" | — |
| November | 52.8° | 35.5° | 44.2° | 3.63" | — |
| December | 41.6° | 26.7° | 34.2° | 2.15" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Elmo city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Brownstown village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Altamont city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Beecher City village | Village | 10.8 mi | — |
| St. Peter village | Village | 12.0 mi | — |
| Edgewood village | Village | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1705103155. • 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.