Evans, Illinois facts for kids
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Evans, Illinois
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 Evans, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Evans, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Logan |
| Townships | East Lincoln, Eminence |
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422678 |
Evans is a small place in Logan County, Illinois, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Evans doesn't have its own local government. It doesn't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, it's usually managed by the county government.
This is different from a city or town. Cities and towns have their own rules and services. They might have their own police or fire departments. Unincorporated communities rely on the county for these services.
Where is Evans Located?
Evans is found in the central part of Illinois. It is about 5 miles (or 8 kilometers) north of a larger city called Lincoln. This makes it easy for people in Evans to visit Lincoln for shopping or other activities.
Evans is part of Logan County. This county is known for its farming and quiet, rural areas.
