Grand Chain precinct, Illinois
Grand Chain precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Grand Chain precinct is a geographic entity located in Pulaski County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 517. The land area covers 27.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | ±139 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±12.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 235 | ±63 | 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 | 291 | ±63 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 235 | ±63 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 56 | ±34 |
| Median Home Value | $145,300 | ±$38,028 |
| Median Gross Rent | $731 | ±$184 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,917 | ±$23,741 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,382 | ±$6,554 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% | ±5.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 44 | ±29 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±4.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 200 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 63.4% | ±9.7% |
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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GUS Population: 4,879 (2024)
ID: 124848
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY CLERK
500 ILLINOIS AVE, MOUND CITY IL 62963-1049
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Anna, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Anna, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Barlow, KY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Barlow, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ullin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Ullin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Cypress, 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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Shawnee Community College
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College | 1.7 mi away | 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL, 62992 |
6186343200
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DONGOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 114 NORTH EAST FRONT STREET, DONGOLA, IL, 62926 |
(618) 827-3622
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West Kentucky Community and Technical College
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College | 23.9 mi away | 4810 Alben Barkley Drive, Paducah, KY, 42001 |
2705549200
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VIENNA CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 401 POPLAR STREET, VIENNA, IL, 62995 |
(618) 658-5051
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MOUNDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 418 FIRST STREET, MOUNDS, IL, 62964 |
(618) 745-6610
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METROPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 317 METROPOLIS STREET, METROPOLIS, IL, 62960 |
(618) 524-4312
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CAIRO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 1609 WASHINGTON AVENUE, CAIRO, IL, 62914 |
(618) 734-1840
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STINSON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 409 SOUTH MAIN STREET, ANNA, IL, 62906 |
(618) 833-2521
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JONESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 412 SOUTH MAIN STREET, JONESBORO, IL, 62952 |
(618) 833-8121
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DODGE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 22440 RAILROAD STREET, OLIVE BRANCH, IL, 62969 |
(618) 776-5115
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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 GRAND CHAIN DAM 53, IL US, located 3.7 miles from Grand Chain precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.1° | 26.2° | 34.6° | 4.23" | 2.1" |
| February | 47.6° | 29.7° | 38.7° | 3.86" | 2.5" |
| March | 57.3° | 36.8° | 47.1° | 4.77" | 0.7" |
| April | 68.4° | 46.6° | 57.5° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 56.4° | 66.6° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.5° | 64.8° | 75.2° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 68.7° | 78.9° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 67.2° | 77.9° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.7° | 60.2° | 71.5° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.2° | 48.4° | 59.8° | 4.04" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.9° | 38.6° | 48.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.0° | 30.8° | 38.9° | 4.24" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Grand Chain village | Village | 0.4 mi | — |
| Karnak village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Olmsted village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Belknap village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Cypress village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Bandana CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1715391476. • 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.