Edinburg, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Edinburg
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E-Burg
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Location of Edinburg in Christian County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Christian |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.63 sq mi (1.62 km2) |
| • Land | 0.63 sq mi (1.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,085 |
| • Density | 1,736.00/sq mi (670.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62531
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS ID | 2398786 |
| FIPS code | 17-22645 |
| GNIS ID | 2398786 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Edinburg, Illinois |
Edinburg is a small village located in Christian County, Illinois, United States. People sometimes call it "E-Burg." In 2020, about 1,085 people lived there.
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Where is Edinburg Located?
Edinburg is in the state of Illinois. It is part of Christian County. The village covers a total area of about 0.63 square miles (1.62 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Edinburg?
The number of people living in Edinburg has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 551 | — | |
| 1890 | 806 | 46.3% | |
| 1900 | 1,071 | 32.9% | |
| 1910 | 918 | −14.3% | |
| 1920 | 823 | −10.3% | |
| 1930 | 799 | −2.9% | |
| 1940 | 919 | 15.0% | |
| 1950 | 921 | 0.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,003 | 8.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,153 | 15.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,231 | 6.8% | |
| 1990 | 982 | −20.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,135 | 15.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,078 | −5.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,085 | 0.6% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,085 people living in Edinburg. There were 427 households and 293 families. Most people in the village (about 94%) are White. A small number of people are from other racial backgrounds. About 1.66% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
The average household in Edinburg had about 2.97 people. About one-third of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (about 50%) were married couples. The median age in the village was 41.2 years.
Fun at the Labor Day Festivities
Every year since 1945, Edinburg celebrates with an annual Labor Day Picnic and Parade. This event highlights the area's farming history. It's a big celebration with lots of fun activities for everyone.
What Happens at the Festival?
You can find many exciting things to do at the Labor Day Festivities. There are demolition derbies where old cars crash into each other. You can also watch tractor pulls, where powerful tractors try to pull heavy weights.
If you like food, there are chili cook-offs. You can also enjoy live music, play games, and go on rides. There are also tournaments and, of course, the big Labor Day Parade!
See also
In Spanish: Edinburg (Illinois) para niños
