London Mills, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
London Mills, Illinois
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Lady Liberty of London Mills
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Location of London Mills in Fulton County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| Counties | Fulton, Knox |
| Townships | Young Hickory, Chestnut |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.68 sq mi (1.77 km2) |
| • Land | 0.68 sq mi (1.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
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| • Total | 350 |
| • Density | 511.70/sq mi (197.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
61544
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| Area code(s) | 309 |
| FIPS code | 17-44446 |
| GNIS ID | 2398469 |
| Wikimedia Commons | London Mills, Illinois |
London Mills is a small village located in the state of Illinois, USA. It's special because it's in two different counties at once: Fulton County and Knox County. In 2020, about 350 people lived there.
Most of London Mills is in Fulton County. This part is connected to the Canton area. A smaller part of the village is in Knox County, which is part of the Galesburg area.
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Exploring London Mills' Location
London Mills is found right on the border between Fulton and Knox counties. Most of its residents, about 99%, live in the Fulton County part.
Rivers and Roads Near London Mills
The Spoon River flows along the northwest side of the village. This river eventually joins the Illinois River. Illinois Route 116 runs along the southern edge of London Mills. This highway can take you about 14 miles east to Farmington or 8 miles west to St. Augustine. The biggest city in Fulton County, Canton, is about 22 miles southeast.
How Big is London Mills?
According to the 2010 census, London Mills covers an area of about 0.68 square miles. All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
Who Lives in London Mills?
The number of people living in London Mills has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at its population history:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 661 | — | |
| 1900 | 528 | −20.1% | |
| 1910 | 555 | 5.1% | |
| 1920 | 546 | −1.6% | |
| 1930 | 432 | −20.9% | |
| 1940 | 579 | 34.0% | |
| 1950 | 581 | 0.3% | |
| 1960 | 617 | 6.2% | |
| 1970 | 610 | −1.1% | |
| 1980 | 587 | −3.8% | |
| 1990 | 485 | −17.4% | |
| 2000 | 447 | −7.8% | |
| 2010 | 392 | −12.3% | |
| 2020 | 350 | −10.7% | |
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London Mills Population in 2020
In 2020, there were 350 people living in London Mills. There were 152 households and 98 families. On average, there were about 511 people per square mile.
Most of the people in London Mills are White (96%). A small number are African American, Native American, or from two or more races. About 1.71% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
- About 25% of households had children under 18 living with them.
- Nearly half (48.68%) were married couples living together.
- About 30% of all households were individuals living alone.
- The average household had 2.56 people.
Age Groups in the Village
The people in London Mills are of different ages:
- 17.5% were under 18 years old.
- 27.3% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 23.6% were 65 years or older.
The average age in the village was 46.3 years.
Income in London Mills
The average income for a household in London Mills was $43,750. For families, the average income was $55,833. About 9.2% of the total population lived below the poverty line.
Famous People from London Mills
One notable person from London Mills is Gale Schisler. He was a US congressman who represented Illinois's 19th congressional district.
Schools in London Mills
London Mills is home to the Spoon River Valley Community Unit District 4. This school district includes:
- Spoon River Valley High School
- Spoon River Valley Junior High School
- Spoon River Valley Elementary School
All these schools are located together east of town, where Illinois routes 97 and 116 meet.
See also
In Spanish: London Mills para niños
