Tunnel Hill precinct, Illinois
Tunnel Hill precinct profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Tunnel Hill precinct is a geographic entity located in Johnson County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 727. The land area covers 27.34 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | ±212 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 55.9 yrs | ±22.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 313 | ±111 | 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 | 520 | ±153 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 313 | ±111 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 207 | ±126 |
| Median Home Value | $214,900 | ±$25,324 |
| 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 | $83,575 | ±$11,705 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,829 | ±$11,166 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 307 | ±138 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.2% | ±17.4% |
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 JOHNSON
GUS Population: 13,320 (2024)
ID: 124844
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JOHNSON COUNTY TREASURER
PO BOX 38, VIENNA IL 62995-0038
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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 | Creal Springs, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Buncombe, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Carrier Mills, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carrier Mills, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carterville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Carterville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Carterville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Marion, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Marion, 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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John A Logan College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 700 Logan College Drive, Carterville, IL, 62918-2500 |
6189852828
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VIENNA CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 401 POPLAR STREET, VIENNA, IL, 62995 |
(618) 658-5051
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Shawnee Community College
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College | 21.4 mi away | 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL, 62992 |
6186343200
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MARION CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 206 SOUTH MARKET STREET, MARION, IL, 62959 |
(618) 993-5935
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Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
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College | 21.6 mi away | Lincoln Drive, Carbondale, IL, 62901-4512 |
6184532121
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CRAB ORCHARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 20012 CRAB ORCHARD ROAD, MARION, IL, 62959 |
(618) 982-2141
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Southern Illinois University-System Office
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College | 22.1 mi away | 1400 Douglas Drive, Carbondale, IL, 62901-6801 |
6185363331
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CARRIER MILLS-STONEFORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 109 OAK STREET, CARRIER MILLS, IL, 62917 |
(618) 994-2011
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JOHNSTON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 506 WASHINGTON AVENUE, JOHNSTON CITY, IL, 62951 |
(618) 983-6359
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ANNE WEST LINDSEY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 600 NORTH DIVISION STREET, CARTERVILLE, IL, 62918 |
(618) 985-3298
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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 DIXON SPRINGS AGRIC CTR, IL US, located 14.0 miles from Tunnel Hill precinct. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.3° | 25.5° | 34.4° | 3.84" | 1.7" |
| February | 48.7° | 29.0° | 38.8° | 3.64" | 3.2" |
| March | 58.6° | 36.9° | 47.7° | 4.66" | 0.6" |
| April | 69.7° | 46.2° | 57.9° | 4.96" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.2° | 55.6° | 66.4° | 5.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.2° | 62.9° | 74.0° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 66.5° | 77.4° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.4° | 64.8° | 76.1° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.0° | 57.5° | 69.7° | 3.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.2° | 46.3° | 58.7° | 3.84" | 0.3" |
| November | 57.0° | 37.2° | 47.1° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| December | 46.3° | 29.2° | 37.8° | 4.16" | 1.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creal Springs city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Goreville village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| New Burnside village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Buncombe village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Simpson village | Village | 8.9 mi | — |
| Vienna city | City | 9.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1708793456. • 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.