Mount Carmel precinct, Illinois
Mount Carmel precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mount Carmel precinct is a geographic entity located in Wabash County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,733. The land area covers 37.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,733 | ±270 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,353 | ±194 | 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 | 3,808 | ±146 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,353 | ±194 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 455 | ±159 |
| Median Home Value | $98,400 | ±$11,401 |
| Median Gross Rent | $797 | ±$113 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,675 | ±$9,079 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,040 | ±$8,255 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.4% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,385 | ±262 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,271 | ±262 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.3% | ±3% |
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 WABASH
GUS Population: 10,979 (2024)
ID: 124850
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: WABASH COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 277, MOUNT CARMEL IL 62863-0277
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Albion, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Allendale, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Albion, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Fort Branch, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Branch, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Grayville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Haubstadt, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Mount Carmel, 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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Wabash Valley College
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College | 2.0 mi away | 2200 College Drive, Mount Carmel, IL, 62863 |
61839329822005
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MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 727 NORTH MULBERRY STREET, MOUNT CARMEL, IL, 62863 |
(618) 263-3531
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Vincennes Beauty College
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College Vocational | 23.7 mi away | 12 S Second St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128821086
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OWENSVILLE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 110 SOUTH MAIN STREET, OWENSVILLE, IN, 47665 |
(812) 724-3335
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Vincennes University
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College | 24.3 mi away | 1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128888888
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WEST SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 112 WEST SOUTH STREET, WEST SALEM, IL, 62476 |
(618) 456-8970
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ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 6 NORTH FOURTH STREET, ALBION, IL, 62806 |
(618) 445-3314
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 124 SOUTH HART STREET, PRINCETON, IN, 47670 |
(812) 385-4464
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GROFF MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 118 SOUTH MIDDLE, GRAYVILLE, IL, 62844 |
(618) 375-7121
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POSEYVILLE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 55 SOUTH CALE STREET, POSEYVILLE, IN, 47633 |
(812) 874-3418
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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 MT CARMEL, IL US, located 2.9 miles from Mount Carmel precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.2° | 25.0° | 32.6° | 3.58" | 2.3" |
| February | 45.2° | 27.3° | 36.2° | 3.09" | 2.5" |
| March | 54.9° | 35.8° | 45.3° | 4.06" | 1.2" |
| April | 66.9° | 46.4° | 56.6° | 5.08" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.0° | 57.3° | 66.7° | 5.83" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.8° | 65.8° | 75.3° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.4° | 69.0° | 78.2° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.2° | 66.8° | 76.5° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.0° | 58.9° | 69.9° | 3.51" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.3° | 46.8° | 58.0° | 3.79" | 0.1" |
| November | 55.2° | 36.4° | 45.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| December | 43.9° | 28.3° | 36.1° | 3.45" | 2.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carmel city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Keensburg village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Bellmont village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Allendale village | Village | 9.5 mi | — |
| Browns village | Village | 9.7 mi | — |
| Bone Gap village | Village | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1718592214. • 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.