Easton, Illinois facts for kids
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Easton, Illinois
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Location in Mason County, Illinois
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 Easton, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Mason |
| Township | Sherman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.24 sq mi (0.62 km2) |
| • Land | 0.24 sq mi (0.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 312 |
| • Density | 1,300.00/sq mi (501.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
62633
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| Area code(s) | 309 |
| GNIS ID | 2398780 |
| FIPS code | 17-22151 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Easton, Illinois |
Easton is a small village located in Mason County, Illinois, in the United States. In 2020, about 312 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a friendly community feel.
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The Story of Easton
Easton was planned and built in the 1870s. It was named after Oliver C. Easton. He was one of the first owners of the land where the village now stands. A post office has been open in Easton since 1873.
Where is Easton Located?
Easton is found right in the middle of Mason County. A main road, Illinois Route 10, goes through the village. This road is known as Main Street in Easton.
If you go east on this road, you'll reach Mason City in about 8 miles. Going north for 4 miles takes you to U.S. Route 136. Havana, which is the main town for Mason County, is about 14 miles northwest of Easton.
Easton covers a total area of about 0.24 square miles (0.62 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Who Lives in Easton?
The number of people living in Easton has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 335 | — | |
| 1910 | 407 | 21.5% | |
| 1920 | 456 | 12.0% | |
| 1930 | 403 | −11.6% | |
| 1940 | 442 | 9.7% | |
| 1950 | 371 | −16.1% | |
| 1960 | 361 | −2.7% | |
| 1970 | 386 | 6.9% | |
| 1980 | 392 | 1.6% | |
| 1990 | 351 | −10.5% | |
| 2000 | 373 | 6.3% | |
| 2010 | 321 | −13.9% | |
| 2020 | 312 | −2.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 373 people living in Easton. These people made up 151 households. Most of these households (110) were families.
About 27% of the households had children under 18 years old. Most households (61%) were married couples living together. About 24% of households were individuals living alone.
The average age of people in Easton in 2000 was 41 years old. About 22% of the population was under 18. About 18% of the population was 65 years or older.
Fun Things to Do Near Easton
If you're looking for a place to explore nature, you can visit the Revis Hill Prairie State Natural Area. It's located about 6 miles south of Easton. This natural area is a great spot to see local plants and wildlife.
See also
In Spanish: Easton (Illinois) para niños
