Shoal Creek township, Illinois
Shoal Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Shoal Creek township is a geographic entity located in Bond County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,562. The land area covers 58.25 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,562 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 555 | ±80 | 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 | 624 | ±96 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 555 | ±80 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 69 | ±44 |
| Median Home Value | $110,100 | ±$18,047 |
| 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 | $66,938 | ±$9,922 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,643 | ±$4,043 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 151 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.8% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 598 | ±162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±4.8% |
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 SHOAL CREEK
GUS Population: 1,556 (2024)
ID: 204310
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
PO BOX 65, SORENTO IL 82086
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COUNTY OF BOND
GUS Population: 16,576 (2024)
ID: 162120
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
203 W COLLEGE AVE, GREENVILLE IL 62246-1056
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Alhambra, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hillsboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Greenville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Greenville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Coffeen, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Highland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Greenville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Highland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Highland, 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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Greenville University
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College | 9.0 mi away | 315 E. College Ave., Greenville, IL, 62246 |
6186642800
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GREENVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 414 WEST MAIN STREET, GREENVILLE, IL, 62246 |
(618) 664-3115
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MOUNT OLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 100 NORTH PLUM STREET, MOUNT OLIVE, IL, 62069 |
(217) 999-7311
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HILLSBORO AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 420 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HILLSBORO, IL, 62049 |
(217) 532-3055
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STAUNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 306 WEST MAIN STREET, STAUNTON, IL, 62088 |
(618) 635-3852
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LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 400 NORTH STATE STREET, LITCHFIELD, IL, 62056 |
(217) 324-3866
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WORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 111 EAST WALL STREET, WORDEN, IL, 62097 |
(618) 459-7171
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FRANK BERTETTI BENLD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 308 EAST CENTRAL AVENUE, BENLD, IL, 62009 |
(217) 835-4045
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LOUIS LATZER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.6 mi away | 1001 NINTH STREET, HIGHLAND, IL, 62249 |
(618) 654-5066
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GILLESPIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 201 WEST CHESTNUT STREET, GILLESPIE, IL, 62033 |
(217) 839-3614
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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 HILLSBORO, IL US, located 13.3 miles from Shoal Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.4° | 21.4° | 29.9° | 2.52" | — |
| February | 44.5° | 25.4° | 34.9° | 2.61" | — |
| March | 55.4° | 34.2° | 44.8° | 3.05" | — |
| April | 68.3° | 44.1° | 56.2° | 5.03" | — |
| May | 77.7° | 54.3° | 66.0° | 5.06" | — |
| June | 86.0° | 63.3° | 74.6° | 3.83" | — |
| July | 88.7° | 66.6° | 77.6° | 3.74" | — |
| August | 87.3° | 64.7° | 76.0° | 3.14" | — |
| September | 81.7° | 56.7° | 69.2° | 3.30" | — |
| October | 69.7° | 45.8° | 57.8° | 3.41" | — |
| November | 54.6° | 35.2° | 44.9° | 3.76" | — |
| December | 42.8° | 26.4° | 34.6° | 2.62" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorento village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| Panama village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Donnellson village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Old Ripley village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| New Douglas village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Walshville village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1700569641. • 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.