Fithian, Illinois facts for kids
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Fithian
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Location of Fithian in Vermilion County, Illinois.
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 Fithian
Location in Vermilion County, Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Vermilion |
| Township | Oakwood |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2) |
| • Land | 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 488 |
| • Density | 1,274.15/sq mi (492.39/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
61844
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-26233 |
| GNIS ID | 2398881 |
Fithian is a small village located in Vermilion County, Illinois, in the United States. It is part of the larger Danville area. In 2020, about 488 people lived there.
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Fithian's Story: A Look Back
Fithian got its name from Dr. William Fithian. He generously gave some of his land to help start the community. Dr. Fithian moved to Danville in 1830. He had a farm just a short distance west of where Fithian is today.
Abraham Lincoln's Connection
Dr. Fithian was a good friend and supporter of Abraham Lincoln. It is said that Lincoln often stayed at Dr. Fithian's farm. This was in the mid-1800s, before Lincoln became president. He would stay there while traveling for his work as a lawyer. Dr. Fithian also served in the Illinois House and Senate.
A Trading Hub
The village of Fithian was once a busy center for trading livestock and grain. It grew a lot when the Illinois Traction System came through in 1903. This was an electric train system that connected towns. However, Fithian's growth slowed down when the train system declined. This happened especially during the Great Depression, a time when many people faced economic hardship.
Where is Fithian?
Fithian is located in Vermilion County, Illinois. According to the 2010 census, the village covers a total area of about 0.38 square miles (0.99 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Fithian?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 165 | — | |
| 1900 | 309 | — | |
| 1910 | 386 | 24.9% | |
| 1920 | 482 | 24.9% | |
| 1930 | 461 | −4.4% | |
| 1940 | 423 | −8.2% | |
| 1950 | 414 | −2.1% | |
| 1960 | 495 | 19.6% | |
| 1970 | 562 | 13.5% | |
| 1980 | 540 | −3.9% | |
| 1990 | 512 | −5.2% | |
| 2000 | 506 | −1.2% | |
| 2010 | 485 | −4.2% | |
| 2020 | 488 | 0.6% | |
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In 2000, there were 506 people living in Fithian. These people made up 201 households and 147 families. The village had about 1,309 people per square mile.
Families and Households
Out of the 201 households, about 32% had children under 18 living with them. Most households, around 61%, were married couples living together. About 8.5% were households led by a female without a husband present. About 26% were not families.
Around 21% of all households were individuals living alone. About 11% of these were people aged 65 or older. The average household had 2.52 people, and the average family had 2.93 people.
Age and Income
The population of Fithian was spread out by age. About 26% were under 18 years old. Around 34% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age in the village was 36 years.
In 2000, the median income for a household in Fithian was $47,344. For families, the median income was $47,500. The average income per person in the village was $19,856. A small number of families, about 6.5%, and individuals, about 4.9%, lived below the poverty line. This included some children and seniors.
Images for kids
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The Fithian water tower
See also
In Spanish: Fithian para niños
