Braden, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Braden, Illinois
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 Braden, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Braden, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Hamilton |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422495 |
Braden is a small place in Illinois, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government.
What is Braden, Illinois?
Braden is located in Hamilton County. It's part of Flannigan Township. Think of a township as a smaller area within a county.
Where is Braden located?
Braden is in the southern part of Illinois. It's in the Central Time Zone, just like many other places in the middle of the United States. Its elevation is about 453 feet above sea level.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Braden doesn't have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it's usually governed by the county or township it's in. This can mean things like roads and public services are managed by the county government.
