Mount Zion, Illinois facts for kids
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Mount Zion, Illinois
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Location in Macon County, Illinois
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 Mount Zion, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Macon |
| Townships | Mount Zion, Long Creek |
| Founded | 1881 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Trustee-Mayor |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.28 sq mi (11.1 km2) |
| • Land | 4.28 sq mi (11.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 690 ft (210 m) |
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| • Total | 6,019 |
| • Density | 1,414.57/sq mi (546.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
62549
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-51206 |
Mount Zion is a village in Macon County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 6,019 people lived here.
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Geography of Mount Zion
Mount Zion is located in the southeastern part of Macon County. It is near the city of Decatur, which is the county seat. The village of Long Creek is to its north.
Illinois Route 121 goes through Mount Zion. This road leads northwest about 8 miles (13 km) to Decatur. It also goes southeast about 19 miles (31 km) to Sullivan.
The village covers about 4.28 square miles (11.1 km²). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water. Finley Creek and Big Creek flow through the village. These creeks are part of the Sangamon River system.
Population History
Mount Zion has grown a lot over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 243 | — | |
| 1900 | 370 | — | |
| 1910 | 330 | −10.8% | |
| 1920 | 330 | 0.0% | |
| 1930 | 405 | 22.7% | |
| 1940 | 384 | −5.2% | |
| 1950 | 438 | 14.1% | |
| 1960 | 925 | 111.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,343 | 153.3% | |
| 1980 | 4,563 | 94.8% | |
| 1990 | 4,522 | −0.9% | |
| 2000 | 4,845 | 7.1% | |
| 2010 | 5,833 | 20.4% | |
| 2020 | 6,019 | 3.2% | |
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In 2022, there were about 6,255 people living in Mount Zion. The village had about 2,198 households. The average household had about 2.81 people.
Many families live in Mount Zion. About 39.9% of households had children under 18 years old. Also, 31.8% of households had people aged 65 or older. The average age of people in Mount Zion was about 39.8 years old.
Education in Mount Zion
Mount Zion has its own school district, called Mount Zion Unified School District 3. This district includes several schools for different age groups.
Mount Zion High School
Mount Zion High School was started in 1920. It is a well-known high school in Illinois.
Other Schools
Besides the high school, Mount Zion is home to other schools. These include Mount Zion Grade School, Mount Zion Intermediate School, and Mount Zion Jr. High School. There is also McGaughey Elementary School.
Parks and Nature Areas
Mount Zion is surrounded by several nice parks and natural areas. These places are great for outdoor activities.
Spitler Woods State Natural Area
Spitler Woods State Natural Area is right next to the eastern side of the village. It's a protected area where you can enjoy nature.
Fort Daniel Conservation Area
A little further east from the village is Fort Daniel Conservation Area. This area also helps protect local wildlife and nature.
Fletcher Park
Fletcher Park is a recreation area located south of Mount Zion. It offers space for fun and relaxation.
