Golden, Illinois facts for kids
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Golden, Illinois
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Exchange Bank on Quincy Street
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| Motto(s):
The Windmill Town Where the Railroads Cross
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Location in Adams County and the state of Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Adams |
| Township | Northeast, Clayton, Houston |
| Incorporated | March 5, 1867 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.64 sq mi (1.66 km2) |
| • Land | 0.64 sq mi (1.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) 0% |
| Elevation | 715 ft (218 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 648 |
| • Density | 1,009.35/sq mi (389.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62339
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-30159 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398172 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Golden, Illinois |
Golden is a small village located in Adams County, Illinois, in the United States. It's a part of the larger Quincy area. According to the 2020 census, about 648 people live here. The village has a fun motto: "The Windmill Town Where the Railroads Cross."
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Where is Golden Located?
Golden is found at coordinates 40.109772 degrees North and 91.018548 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 0.64 square miles (1.66 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Golden's Weather
Golden experiences a typical climate for its region. Here's a quick look at the average temperatures throughout the year:
| Climate data for Golden, Illinois (1991–2020) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 33.8 (1.0) |
38.8 (3.8) |
51.1 (10.6) |
63.5 (17.5) |
74.0 (23.3) |
83.1 (28.4) |
86.5 (30.3) |
84.7 (29.3) |
78.7 (25.9) |
66.1 (18.9) |
51.3 (10.7) |
38.7 (3.7) |
62.5 (17.0) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 25.0 (−3.9) |
29.2 (−1.6) |
40.4 (4.7) |
51.6 (10.9) |
63.1 (17.3) |
72.6 (22.6) |
75.6 (24.2) |
73.7 (23.2) |
66.5 (19.2) |
54.4 (12.4) |
41.4 (5.2) |
30.3 (−0.9) |
52.0 (11.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 16.2 (−8.8) |
19.7 (−6.8) |
29.7 (−1.3) |
39.7 (4.3) |
52.1 (11.2) |
62.2 (16.8) |
64.7 (18.2) |
62.7 (17.1) |
54.2 (12.3) |
42.7 (5.9) |
31.6 (−0.2) |
22.0 (−5.6) |
41.5 (5.3) |
| Source: NOAA | |||||||||||||
As you can see, summers are warm, especially in July and August. Winters are cold, with January being the chilliest month. Spring and fall offer milder temperatures.
A Look at Golden's History
Golden was first planned and mapped out in 1866. Back then, it had a different name: Keokuk Junction.
The village officially became a recognized town on March 5, 1867. The very first local election was held soon after, on April 1 of the same year.
The name changed to Golden in 1881. It's thought that the village was renamed after a local hotel called the Hotel Golden.
Who Lives in Golden?
The population of Golden has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 317 | — | |
| 1890 | 466 | 47.0% | |
| 1900 | 516 | 10.7% | |
| 1910 | 579 | 12.2% | |
| 1920 | 654 | 13.0% | |
| 1930 | 567 | −13.3% | |
| 1940 | 624 | 10.1% | |
| 1950 | 512 | −17.9% | |
| 1960 | 491 | −4.1% | |
| 1970 | 571 | 16.3% | |
| 1980 | 558 | −2.3% | |
| 1990 | 565 | 1.3% | |
| 2000 | 629 | 11.3% | |
| 2010 | 644 | 2.4% | |
| 2020 | 648 | 0.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
As of the 2020 census, 648 people lived in Golden. There were 297 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most people in Golden are White, making up about 93.83% of the population. There are also small percentages of Native American and Asian residents. About 1.70% of the population identifies as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (32.7%) have children under 18 living with them. About 48.15% of households are married couples. Around 21.89% of households have someone living alone who is 65 years or older.
The average age in the village is about 46.8 years old. This means there's a good mix of younger and older residents.
Fun Places to See
Golden has some interesting spots to check out:
- The Windmills of Golden: These are a unique sight in the village.
Famous People from Golden
- Tesha Buss: She is a state legislator in Vermont. This means she helps make laws for the state.
Historic Landmarks
Golden is home to some places that are important to history. These are listed on the National Register of Historic Places:
- Ebenezer Methodist Episcopal Chapel and Cemetery: This is an old church and burial ground.
- Exchange Bank: This historic building is featured in the infobox image.
See Also
In Spanish: Golden (Illinois) para niños
