Chester precinct, Illinois
Chester precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Chester precinct is a geographic entity located in Randolph County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,627. The land area covers 35.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,627 | ±253 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,214 | ±175 | 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 | 2,518 | ±184 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,214 | ±175 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 304 | ±118 |
| Median Home Value | $116,900 | ±$11,744 |
| Median Gross Rent | $760 | ±$239 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,667 | ±$16,194 |
| Per Capita Income | $25,789 | ±$3,619 |
| Poverty Rate | 20.7% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,042 | ±245 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,287 | ±243 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±4.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
|
GUS Population: 29,903 (2024)
ID: 162160
|
County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR ADMINISTRATOR
RANDOLPH COUNTY COURTHOUSE, CHESTER IL 62233
|
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Chester, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chester, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Evansville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PERRYVILLE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | STE GENEVIEVE, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | STE GENEVIEVE, MO |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 1.3 mi away | 733 STATE STREET, CHESTER, IL, 62233 |
(618) 826-3711
|
|
STEELEVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
|
Library | 10.0 mi away | 625 SOUTH SPARTA STREET, STEELEVILLE, IL, 62288 |
(618) 965-9732
|
|
PERRYVILLE BRANCH
|
Library | 13.2 mi away | 800 CITY PARK DR STE A, PERRYVILLE, MO, 63775 |
(573) 547-6508
|
|
CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
|
Library | 14.3 mi away | 701 SOUTH OAK STREET #A, EVANSVILLE, IL, 62242 |
(618) 853-4081
|
|
EVANSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 14.3 mi away | 602 PUBLIC STREET, EVANSVILLE, IL, 62242 |
(618) 853-4649
|
|
SAINTE GENEVIEVE COUNTY LIBRARY
|
Library | 14.8 mi away | 21388 HWY 32, STE GENEVIEVE, MO, 63670 |
(573) 883-3358
|
|
CUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 15.3 mi away | 409 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CUTLER, IL, 62238 |
(618) 497-2961
|
|
SPARTA PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 15.5 mi away | 211 WEST BROADWAY STREET, SPARTA, IL, 62286 |
(618) 443-5014
|
|
TILDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
|
Library | 21.7 mi away | 381 BUTLER STREET, TILDEN, IL, 62292 |
(618) 587-2401
|
|
COULTERVILLE DISTRICT LIBRARY
|
Library | 21.8 mi away | 103 SOUTH FOURTH STREET, COULTERVILLE, IL, 62237 |
(618) 758-3013
|
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 KASKASKIA RVR NAVIGATION LOCK, IL US, located 9.2 miles from Chester precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.4° | 24.0° | 32.2° | 2.73" | 1.4" |
| February | 45.8° | 27.2° | 36.5° | 2.35" | 1.5" |
| March | 56.3° | 34.8° | 45.5° | 3.41" | 0.1" |
| April | 67.7° | 43.9° | 55.8° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.0° | 54.9° | 65.9° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.9° | 64.3° | 75.1° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.1° | 68.3° | 78.7° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.8° | 65.6° | 76.7° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.4° | 57.7° | 69.5° | 2.94" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.7° | 46.2° | 58.0° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.6° | 36.5° | 46.1° | 4.01" | 0.4" |
| December | 44.2° | 28.3° | 36.2° | 2.85" | 0.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Kaskaskia village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Lithium CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
| Rockwood village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| St. Mary city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Ellis Grove village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1715790738. • 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.