Friends Creek township, Illinois
Friends Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Friends Creek township is a geographic entity located in Macon County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,313. The land area covers 49.28 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,313 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs | ±8.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 545 | ±64 | 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 | 581 | ±71 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 545 | ±64 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 36 | ±31 |
| Median Home Value | $136,400 | ±$19,080 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,025 | ±$344 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $89,766 | ±$25,362 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,871 | ±$8,445 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 46 | ±22 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.2% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 662 | ±82 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±2.7% |
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 FRIENDS CREEK
GUS Population: 1,328 (2024)
ID: 163136
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 596, ARGENTA IL 62501
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GUS Population: 100,737 (2024)
ID: 194546
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
141 S MAIN ST, DECATUR IL 62523-6033
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Decatur, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Oreana, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Argenta, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Argenta, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bement, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bement, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bement, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cerro Gordo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cerro Gordo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Clinton, 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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Richland Community College
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College | 9.3 mi away | One College Park, Decatur, IL, 62521-8513 |
2178757200
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ARGENTA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 100 EAST WATER STREET, ARGENTA, IL, 62501 |
(217) 795-2144
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Reflections Academy of Beauty
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College Vocational | 11.1 mi away | 3122 Brettwood Cir, Decatur, IL, 62526 |
2174259117
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WILLOW BRANCH TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 330 NORTH ELDON STREET, CISCO, IL, 61830 |
(217) 669-2312
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Millikin University
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College | 14.0 mi away | 1184 W Main St, Decatur, IL, 62522-2084 |
2174246211
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ARGENTA-OREANA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 211 SOUTH ROUTE 48, OREANA, IL, 62554 |
(217) 468-2340
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MAROA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 305 EAST GARFIELD STREET, MAROA, IL, 61756 |
(217) 794-5111
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FORSYTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 268 SOUTH ELWOOD STREET, FORSYTH, IL, 62535 |
(217) 877-8174
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WELDON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 505 MAPLE STREET, WELDON, IL, 61882 |
(217) 736-2215
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HOPE WELTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 100 SOUTH MADISON STREET, CERRO GORDO, IL, 61818 |
(217) 763-5001
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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 DECATUR AP, IL US, located 12.1 miles from Friends Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.7° | 20.1° | 27.4° | 1.99" | — |
| February | 39.8° | 23.4° | 31.6° | 1.84" | — |
| March | 51.9° | 32.4° | 42.1° | 2.51" | — |
| April | 63.9° | 42.3° | 53.1° | 3.66" | — |
| May | 74.4° | 53.4° | 63.9° | 4.38" | — |
| June | 83.0° | 62.4° | 72.7° | 4.38" | — |
| July | 85.8° | 65.6° | 75.7° | 3.32" | — |
| August | 84.3° | 63.1° | 73.7° | 3.03" | — |
| September | 78.9° | 55.0° | 67.0° | 2.98" | — |
| October | 66.1° | 44.4° | 55.2° | 3.18" | — |
| November | 51.3° | 34.2° | 42.7° | 2.97" | — |
| December | 39.7° | 25.2° | 32.4° | 2.12" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argenta village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cisco village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Oreana village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
| Maroa city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Lane CDP | CDP | 8.2 mi | — |
| Weldon village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1711527988. • 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.