Golconda No. 3 precinct, Illinois
Golconda No. 3 precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Golconda No. 3 precinct is a geographic entity located in Pope County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 691. The land area covers 0.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | ±178 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 58.7 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 247 | ±58 | 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 | 348 | ±73 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 247 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 101 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $69,300 | ±$22,564 |
| Median Gross Rent | $393 | ±$118 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,875 | ±$16,192 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,285 | ±$7,368 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.3% | ±10.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 182 | ±83 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.7% | ±7.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 168 | ±69 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 74.1% | ±9.5% |
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 POPE
GUS Population: 3,703 (2024)
ID: 162158
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 216, GOLCONDA IL 62938-0216
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Metropolis, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Burna, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Metropolis, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Metropolis, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Metropolis, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Burna, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Golconda, 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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West Kentucky Community and Technical College
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College | 23.3 mi away | 4810 Alben Barkley Drive, Paducah, KY, 42001 |
2705549200
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GOLCONDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 126 WEST MAIN STREET, GOLCONDA, IL, 62938 |
(618) 683-6531
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ROSICLARE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 308 MAIN STREET, ROSICLARE, IL, 62982 |
(618) 285-6213
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LIVINGSTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 321 COURT STREET, SMITHLAND, KY, 42081 |
(270) 928-4100
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METROPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 317 METROPOLIS STREET, METROPOLIS, IL, 62960 |
(618) 524-4312
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MCCRACKEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 555 WASHINGTON STREET, PADUCAH, KY, 42003 |
(270) 442-2510
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MCCRACKEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 555 WASHINGTON STREET, PADUCAH, KY, 42003 |
(270) 442-2510
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CRITTENDEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 204 WEST CARLISLE STREET, MARION, KY, 42064 |
(270) 965-3354
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CRITTENDEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 204 WEST CARLISLE STREET, MARION, KY, 42064 |
(270) 965-3354
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VIENNA CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 401 POPLAR STREET, VIENNA, IL, 62995 |
(618) 658-5051
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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 ROSICLARE 5NW, IL US, located 8.8 miles from Golconda No. 3 precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.2° | 22.4° | 31.8° | 3.90" | 0.9" |
| February | 46.2° | 25.1° | 35.7° | 3.71" | 1.4" |
| March | 56.3° | 33.3° | 44.8° | 5.08" | 0.2" |
| April | 67.6° | 42.6° | 55.1° | 5.12" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.2° | 52.6° | 63.9° | 5.35" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.0° | 61.5° | 72.3° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 65.2° | 75.8° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.1° | 63.0° | 74.5° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 55.1° | 67.8° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.2° | 42.9° | 56.0° | 3.57" | 0.2" |
| November | 55.9° | 33.4° | 44.6° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.2° | 26.3° | 35.8° | 4.44" | 0.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golconda city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Carrsville city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Rosiclare city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Burna CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
| Eddyville village | Village | 11.0 mi | — |
| Elizabethtown village | Village | 11.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1715191422. • 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.