Harrison, Jackson County, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Harrison, Jackson County,
Illinois |
|
|---|---|
 Harrison, Jackson County, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Harrison, Jackson County, Illinois
Location in the United States
|
|
| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jackson |
| Township | Somerset |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.14 sq mi (5.55 km2) |
| • Land | 2.11 sq mi (5.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (120 m) |
| Population
(2020)
|
|
| • Total | 895 |
| • Density | 424.98/sq mi (164.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| FIPS code | 17-33162 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2628552 |
Harrison is a small community located in Jackson County, Illinois, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the U.S. Census Bureau identifies for statistical purposes. It's not an officially incorporated town or city with its own local government.
Contents
What is a Census-Designated Place?
A census-designated place, often called a CDP, is a special kind of area. It is set up by the United States Census Bureau just to collect data. This helps them count people and gather information about communities that are not official cities or towns.
- CDPs have clear boundaries, but they don't have their own mayor or city council.
- They are usually areas with a lot of people living close together, but they are still part of a larger county or township.
- The information collected about CDPs helps researchers and governments understand how populations are changing.
Where is Harrison Located?
Harrison is found in the southern part of Illinois. It is specifically located within Jackson County. This county is known for its beautiful natural areas and the Southern Illinois University Carbondale campus.
- Harrison is part of Somerset Township.
- It sits at an elevation of about 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level.
- The area covers about 2.14 square miles (5.55 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount of water.
People of Harrison
The number of people living in Harrison changes over time. The United States Census counts everyone in the country every ten years. This helps us understand how communities are growing or shrinking.
Population Counts
According to the 2010 census, Harrison had a population of 970 people. By the 2020 census, the population was 895 people. This shows a slight decrease in the number of residents over that decade.
- The population density in 2020 was about 425 people per square mile (164 people per square kilometer). This tells us how many people live in a certain amount of space.
- The census helps us learn about the demographics of a place, which means information about the people who live there.
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 895 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
See also
- In Spanish: Harrison (Illinois) para niños
