Gilead precinct, Illinois
Gilead precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Gilead precinct is a geographic entity located in Calhoun County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 123. The land area covers 20.79 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | ±60 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 60.4 yrs | ±21.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 26 | ±14 | 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 | 85 | ±42 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 26 | ±14 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 59 | ±41 |
| Median Home Value | $197,200 | ±$74,251 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | Suppressed | — |
| Per Capita Income | $28,446 | ±$6,617 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±10.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±26.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 49 | ±28 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.5% | ±15.2% |
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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COUNTY OF CALHOUN
GUS Population: 4,224 (2024)
ID: 162122
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
PO BOX 306, 101 N COUNTY RD, HARDIN IL 62047-0306
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Brussels, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Brussels, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | TROY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ELSBERRY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | TROY, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hardin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hardin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Carrollton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carrollton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ELSBERRY, MO |
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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Pike-Lincoln Technical Center
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College Vocational | 20.4 mi away | 342 Vo-Tech Rd, Eolia, MO, 63344-0038 |
5734852900
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SOUTH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 108 WEST MAIN STREET, BRUSSELS, IL, 62013 |
(618) 883-2522
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Principia College
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College | 21.4 mi away | 1 Maybeck Place, Elsah, IL, 62028-9799 |
6183742131
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CARROLLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 509 SOUTH MAIN STREET, CARROLLTON, IL, 62016 |
(217) 942-6715
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Urshan Graduate School of Theology
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College | 24.4 mi away | 155 Urshan Way, Wentzville, MO, 63385 |
3148388858
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JERSEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 105 NORTH LIBERTY STREET, JERSEYVILLE, IL, 62052 |
(618) 498-9514
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Urshan University
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College | 24.4 mi away | 155 Urshan Way, Wentzville, MO, 63385 |
3148388858
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DEER RUN BRANCH
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 1300 N MAIN ST, O'FALLON, MO, 63366 |
(636) 978-3251
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MID RIVERS MALL
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 2004 MID RIVERS MALL, ST. PETERS, MO, 63376 |
(636) 204-5393
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LIBRARY TO YOU BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 24.6 mi away | 77 BOONE HILLS DR, ST. PETERS, MO, 63376 |
(636) 441-2300
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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 ELSBERRY 1 S, MO US, located 6.4 miles from Gilead precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.7° | 19.7° | 28.7° | 2.35" | 5.1" |
| February | 43.3° | 23.3° | 33.3° | 2.21" | 4.5" |
| March | 54.9° | 32.5° | 43.7° | 3.20" | 2.4" |
| April | 66.9° | 42.7° | 54.8° | 4.40" | 0.2" |
| May | 75.2° | 53.2° | 64.2° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.4° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 4.17" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 66.0° | 76.4° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 64.0° | 74.5° | 3.16" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.5° | 55.7° | 67.1° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.3° | 44.4° | 55.9° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.7° | 33.4° | 43.5° | 3.28" | 0.7" |
| December | 41.4° | 24.4° | 32.9° | 2.47" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardin village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Elsberry city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Hamburg village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Batchtown village | Village | 7.2 mi | — |
| Foley city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Fieldon village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1701391350. • 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.