Mahomet township, Illinois
Mahomet township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mahomet township is a geographic entity located in Champaign County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,687. The land area covers 32.95 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 14,687 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 38 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,940 | ±241 | 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 | 5,245 | ±289 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,940 | ±241 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 305 | ±214 |
| Median Home Value | $278,100 | ±$18,040 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,368 | ±$306 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $115,615 | ±$12,850 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,236 | ±$5,282 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 475 | ±282 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,656 | ±423 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97% | ±6.6% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWNSHIP OF MAHOMET
GUS Population: 14,883 (2024)
ID: 162771
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 492, MAHOMET IL 61853-0492
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GUS Population: 212,374 (2024)
ID: 162123
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1776 E WASHINGTON ST, URBANA IL 61802-4578
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Mahomet | 03-05 | Mahomet, IL | |
| Regular School Mahomet | 09-12 | Mahomet, IL | |
| Regular School Mahomet | 06-08 | Mahomet, IL | |
| Regular School Mahomet | PK-02 | Mahomet, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Champaign, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Farmer City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Mansfield, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Champaign, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rantoul, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Savoy, 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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Parkland College
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College | 7.2 mi away | 2400 W Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL, 61821-1899 |
2173512200
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MAHOMET PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1702 EAST OAK STREET, MAHOMET, IL, 61853 |
(217) 586-2611
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University of Illinois System Offices
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College | 10.8 mi away | 108 Henry Administration Building, 506 S Wright Street, Urbana, IL, 61801 |
2173331000
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BLUE RIDGE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 116 EAST OLIVER STREET, MANSFIELD, IL, 61854 |
(217) 489-9033
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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College | 10.9 mi away | 601 E John Street, Champaign, IL, 61820-5711 |
2173331000
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CHAMPAIGN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 200 WEST GREEN STREET, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820 |
(217) 403-2050
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
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College Vocational | 11.6 mi away | 202 East University Avenue, Urbana, IL, 61801 |
6305283330
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DOUGLASS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 504 EAST GROVE STREET, CHAMPAIGN, IL, 61820 |
(217) 403-2090
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URBANA FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 210 WEST GREEN STREET, URBANA, IL, 61801 |
(217) 367-4057
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FARMER CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 109 EAST GREEN STREET, FARMER CITY, IL, 61842 |
(309) 928-9532
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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 CHAMPAIGN 9 SW, IL US, located 9.3 miles from Mahomet township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.1° | 17.4° | 25.2° | 2.33" | — |
| February | 38.0° | 21.0° | 29.5° | 2.00" | — |
| March | 50.2° | 30.2° | 40.2° | 2.86" | — |
| April | 63.1° | 39.9° | 51.5° | 3.69" | — |
| May | 73.5° | 51.0° | 62.3° | 4.56" | — |
| June | 82.1° | 59.7° | 70.9° | 4.91" | — |
| July | 83.6° | 62.1° | 72.9° | 4.31" | — |
| August | 82.1° | 59.8° | 70.9° | 3.33" | — |
| September | 77.4° | 52.3° | 64.8° | 3.13" | — |
| October | 65.4° | 41.3° | 53.3° | 3.15" | — |
| November | 50.1° | 31.3° | 40.7° | 3.06" | — |
| December | 38.2° | 23.3° | 30.7° | 2.29" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahomet village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Lake of the Woods CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bondville village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Seymour CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Mansfield village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Champaign city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1701946149. • 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.