Gilson, Illinois facts for kids
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Gilson, Illinois
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 Gilson, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Gilson, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Knox |
| Township | Haw Creek |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Land | 0.33 sq mi (0.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 156 |
| • Density | 471.30/sq mi (182.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 17-29340 |
Gilson is a small community in Knox County, Illinois, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means the government counts its population. Gilson is located southeast of a larger city called Galesburg.
In 2010, about 190 people lived in Gilson. It is part of the larger Galesburg area. A railway line, the BNSF Railway, also runs through the community.
Location and Land
Gilson is situated on a mostly flat area. However, as you get closer to Haw Creek, west of the community, the land changes to hills and valleys.
The land around Gilson is mainly used for farming. Farmers in this area grow crops like corn, soybeans, hay, and wheat. They also raise hogs. You can also find small areas of trees, called timber, near Gilson.
Population Facts
Gilson is a small community. The number of people living there changes over time.
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| 2020 | 156 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Gilson was 156 people. This information comes from the official United States Census.
See also
In Spanish: Gilson para niños
