Mayberry, Illinois facts for kids
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Mayberry, Illinois
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 Mayberry, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Mayberry, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Wayne |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 618 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422953 |
Mayberry is a small, unnamed place in Wayne County, Illinois, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that isn't officially part of a city or town.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Mayberry doesn't have its own local government. It doesn't have a mayor or a city council. Instead, the county government, which is Wayne County in this case, takes care of things.
How They Are Governed
People living in these areas still get services. The county provides things like roads and public safety. They follow the rules and laws of the county and the state of Illinois.
Where is Mayberry Located?
Mayberry is found in the southern part of Illinois. It's in Wayne County, which is a county in the southeastern part of the state.
Key Roadways Nearby
You can find Mayberry where two important roads meet. These are Interstate 64 and Illinois Route 242. Interstate 64 is a major highway that crosses several states. Illinois Route 242 is a state road within Illinois.
Distance from Other Places
Mayberry is about 3.5 miles (or 5.6 kilometers) north of a place called Belle Prairie City. This helps people find Mayberry on a map.
