Rentchler, Illinois facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Rentchler, Illinois
Census-designated place
Location in St. Clair County and the state of Illinois.
Location of Illinois in the United States
Country	United States
State	Illinois
County	St. Clair
Area
• Total	0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2)
• Land	0.31 sq mi (0.81 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation	453 ft (138 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	45
• Density	144.69/sq mi (55.84/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)	618
GNIS feature ID	2583442

Rentchler is a small community located in St. Clair County, Illinois, United States. It is known as a census-designated place. This means it's an area that the government counts for statistics. However, it does not have its own local government like a city or town.

Understanding a Census-Designated Place

A census-designated place (CDP) is a special kind of area. It is defined by the United States Census Bureau. CDPs are like neighborhoods or small communities. They have a name and people live there. But they are not officially incorporated. This means they do not have their own city hall or local elected officials.

Why are CDPs important?

The government uses CDPs to collect information. This helps them understand how many people live in different areas. It also helps them learn about the people there. This data is used for planning and services.

Population of Rentchler

The number of people living in Rentchler is counted regularly. This count helps us understand how the community is growing.

How many people live there?

According to the 2010 census, 34 people lived in Rentchler. By the 2020 census, the population had grown to 45 people.

What is a census?

A census is an official count of a population. In the United States, a census happens every ten years. It helps track changes in communities. This information is important for many reasons. It helps decide where to build schools or roads.

See also

In Spanish: Rentchler para niños