Carthage township, Illinois
Carthage township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Carthage township is a geographic entity located in Hancock County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,848. The land area covers 40.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,848 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs | ±6.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,289 | ±99 | 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 | 1,531 | ±107 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,289 | ±99 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 242 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $123,600 | ±$19,221 |
| Median Gross Rent | $680 | ±$81 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,628 | ±$14,997 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,616 | ±$3,677 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.2% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 143 | ±58 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.1% | ±0.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,576 | ±122 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 81.3% | ±5.9% |
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 CARTHAGE
GUS Population: 2,886 (2024)
ID: 162939
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
1580 N COUNTY ROAD 1880, CARTHAGE IL 62321-3445
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COUNTY OF HANCOCK
GUS Population: 17,008 (2024)
ID: 184898
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY BOARD CHAIR
PO BOX 500, CARTHAGE IL 62321
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Carthage | 05-08 | Carthage, IL | |
| Regular School Carthage | PK-04 | Carthage, IL | |
| Regular School Carthage | 09-12 | Carthage, IL | |
| Alternative School Carthage | 06-12 | Carthage, IL | |
| Alternative School Carthage | 06-12 | Carthage, IL | |
| Special Education School Carthage | M | Carthage, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dallas City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hamilton, 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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Western Illinois University
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College | 21.5 mi away | 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL, 61455 |
3092981414
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CARTHAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 500 WABASH AVENUE, CARTHAGE, IL, 62321 |
(217) 357-3232
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PLYMOUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 103 WEST MAIN STREET, PLYMOUTH, IL, 62367 |
(309) 458-6616
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BOWEN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 116 EAST FIFTH STREET, BOWEN, IL, 62316 |
(217) 842-5573
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LAHARPE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 209 EAST MAIN STREET, LA HARPE, IL, 61450 |
(217) 659-7729
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HAMILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 861 BROADWAY STREET, HAMILTON, IL, 62341 |
(217) 847-2219
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GREATER WEST CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 202 NORTH CENTER STREET, AUGUSTA, IL, 62311 |
(217) 392-2211
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BLANDINSVILLE-HIRE LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 130 SOUTH MAIN STREET, BLANDINSVILLE, IL, 61420 |
(309) 652-3166
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KEOKUK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 210 N 5TH ST, KEOKUK, IA, 52632 |
(319) 524-1483
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COLCHESTER DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 203 MACOMB STREET, COLCHESTER, IL, 62326 |
(309) 776-4861
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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 BENTLEY, IL US, located 4.9 miles from Carthage township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.9° | 17.7° | 25.8° | 1.67" | 7.6" |
| February | 38.9° | 21.7° | 30.3° | 1.98" | 6.3" |
| March | 50.9° | 31.9° | 41.4° | 2.57" | 2.1" |
| April | 63.4° | 42.1° | 52.8° | 4.11" | 0.4" |
| May | 73.7° | 53.4° | 63.6° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.0° | 63.2° | 73.1° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 66.5° | 76.4° | 4.29" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.9° | 63.8° | 74.3° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 55.5° | 67.2° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.0° | 44.1° | 55.1° | 3.16" | 0.1" |
| November | 51.3° | 32.8° | 42.0° | 2.45" | 1.4" |
| December | 39.1° | 23.6° | 31.3° | 1.89" | 5.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carthage city | City | 2.1 mi | — |
| Bentley town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Ferris village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Basco village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Elvaston village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| West Point village | Village | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1706711540. • 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.