Kincaid, Illinois facts for kids
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Kincaid
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Location of Kincaid in Christian County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Christian |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.82 sq mi (2.12 km2) |
| • Land | 0.82 sq mi (2.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 600 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,349 |
| • Density | 1,651.16/sq mi (637.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62540
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-39909 |
| GNIS ID | 2398347 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Kincaid, Illinois |
| Website | https://www.villageofkincaid.com/ |
Kincaid is a small village located in Christian County, Illinois, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,349 people lived there. It is a quiet community in the heart of Illinois.
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About Kincaid Village
Kincaid is a village in the state of Illinois. It is part of Christian County. The village covers a total area of about 2.12 square kilometers (0.82 square miles). All of this area is land. Kincaid is also located close to Sangchris Lake, a popular spot for outdoor activities.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Kincaid has changed over the years. Here is a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 1,453 | — | |
| 1930 | 1,583 | 8.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,749 | 10.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,793 | 2.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,544 | −13.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,424 | −7.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,591 | 11.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,353 | −15.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,441 | 6.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,505 | 4.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,349 | −10.4% | |
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Who Lives in Kincaid?
In 2020, there were 1,349 people living in Kincaid. Most of the people living there, about 94%, were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 15% of the people in Kincaid were under 18 years old. About 18% were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in Kincaid was about 50 years old.
Famous People from Kincaid
Even though Kincaid is a small village, some notable people have connections to it:
- Larry Bucshon is a congressman from Indiana. He grew up in Kincaid. A congressman is a person elected to represent their area in the United States Congress.
- Harry Chiti was a professional baseball player. He played as a catcher for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs and New York Mets. He was born in Kincaid.
- Chuck Boerio was a professional football player. He played as a linebacker for the Green Bay Packers. He was also born in Kincaid.
See also
In Spanish: Kincaid (Illinois) para niños
