Lake Petersburg, Illinois facts for kids
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Lake Petersburg, Illinois
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 Lake Petersburg, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Lake Petersburg, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Menard |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.08 sq mi (5.39 km2) |
| • Land | 1.81 sq mi (4.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.28 sq mi (0.71 km2) |
| Elevation | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 740 |
| • Density | 409.52/sq mi (158.15/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
62675 (Petersburg)
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| Area code(s) | Area code 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2629866 |
Lake Petersburg is a community in Menard County, Illinois, United States. It is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a special area defined by the government for counting people.
In 2020, about 740 people lived in Lake Petersburg. This community is built around a small lake, which is also called Lake Petersburg. People who live here often use the lake for fun activities like boating and fishing.
Where is Lake Petersburg Located?
Lake Petersburg is in the southwestern part of Menard County. It surrounds the lake, which sits in a valley. This valley leads to the Sangamon River, which is less than a mile to the east.
The town of Petersburg is about two miles north of Lake Petersburg. Petersburg is the main town, or county seat, of Menard County.
How Big is Lake Petersburg?
The entire area of Lake Petersburg, as measured by the U.S. Census Bureau, is about 2.08 square miles. The lake itself covers about 0.28 square miles. This means the lake makes up about 13.2% of the community's total area.
Who Lives in Lake Petersburg?
The number of people living in Lake Petersburg has changed a little over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 719 | — | |
| 2020 | 740 | 2.9% | |
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In 2010, there were 719 people living here. By 2020, the population grew slightly to 740 people. These numbers come from the official U.S. Census, which counts everyone in the country every ten years.
