Monroe precinct, Illinois
Monroe precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Monroe precinct is a geographic entity located in Hardin County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 469. The land area covers 49.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | ±125 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 56.2 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 193 | ±49 | 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 | 287 | ±53 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 193 | ±49 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 94 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $132,000 | ±$28,474 |
| 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 | $69,583 | ±$43,167 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,874 | ±$7,421 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% | ±6.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 38 | ±33 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 202 | ±76 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.8% | ±13.9% |
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 HARDIN
GUS Population: 3,550 (2024)
ID: 162137
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HARDIN COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 187, 102 E MARKET ST, ELIZABETHTOWN IL 62931
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Harrisburg, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Harrisburg, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Junction, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Junction, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Junction, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Elizabethtown, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Harrisburg, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Harrisburg, 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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Southeastern Illinois College
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College | 14.3 mi away | 3575 College Road, Harrisburg, IL, 62946 |
6182525400
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ROSICLARE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 308 MAIN STREET, ROSICLARE, IL, 62982 |
(618) 285-6213
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SHAWNEETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 320 NORTH LINCOLN BOULEVARD, SHAWNEETOWN, IL, 62984 |
(618) 269-3761
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GOLCONDA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 126 WEST MAIN STREET, GOLCONDA, IL, 62938 |
(618) 683-6531
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HARRISBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 2 WEST WALNUT STREET, HARRISBURG, IL, 62946 |
(618) 253-7455
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CARRIER MILLS-STONEFORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 109 OAK STREET, CARRIER MILLS, IL, 62917 |
(618) 994-2011
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ELDORADO MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 1001 GRANT STREET, ELDORADO, IL, 62930 |
(618) 273-7922
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STURGIS LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 15 W SEVENTH ST, STURGIS, KY, 42459 |
(270) 333-5547
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CRITTENDEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 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 | 21.3 mi away | 204 WEST CARLISLE STREET, MARION, KY, 42064 |
(270) 965-3354
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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 6.5 miles from Monroe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown village | Village | 7.7 mi | — |
| Rosiclare city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
| Tolu CDP | CDP | 10.2 mi | — |
| Carrsville city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
| Cave-In-Rock village | Village | 11.7 mi | — |
| Equality village | Village | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1706992170. • 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.