Sandoval, Illinois facts for kids
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Sandoval, Illinois
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Location in Marion County, Illinois
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 Sandoval, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Marion |
| Township | Sandoval |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.00 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Land | 1.00 sq mi (2.58 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
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| • Total | 1,157 |
| • Density | 1,161.65/sq mi (448.67/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
62882
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| Area code(s) | 618 |
| FIPS code | 17-67444 |
| GNIS ID | 2399180 |
| Public Transit | South Central Transit |
| Wikimedia Commons | Sandoval, Illinois |
Sandoval /sænˈdoʊvəl/ is a small town in Marion County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 1,157 people lived there. It's a place with a rich history and an interesting location.
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History of Sandoval
Early Days and Founding
Long ago, the area where Sandoval now stands was a busy meeting point. Important Indian trails crossed here. A man named Sandoval was the first to set up a trading post. This trading post helped the area grow. The town of Sandoval was officially started in 1859.
Sandoval During the Civil War
Many Civil War soldiers passed through Sandoval. It was also a place where people could join the army. The 40th Illinois Infantry regiment was formed here in 1861. About 700 soldiers camped in Sandoval before heading off to war. They fought in many battles, including with General Sherman on his famous "March to the Sea." They also took part in a big parade in Washington D.C. after the war. General Ambrose E. Burnside and his troops also camped here. They were on their way to help General Grant.
Railroads and Highways
Sandoval was once a very important transportation hub. Two major railroads crossed through the town. The B & O railroad ran from east to west. The Illinois Central railroad ran from north to south.
Today, Sandoval is located where two major US Highways meet. These are U.S. Route 50 and U.S. Route 51. When these highways were first planned, this spot was seen as the central meeting point. It was where the main north-south route met the main east-west route. US Highway 50 is even an extension of the historic Mason-Dixon line. This line once divided the northern and southern parts of the United States.
Sandoval's Unique Location
For a long time in the 1900s, Sandoval was considered the population center of the United States. This means it was the middle point if you looked at where everyone in the country lived. Because of its central spot, people thought Sandoval was very important. There was even a plan to make Sandoval a new capital city, like Washington, D.C.! They even set aside land for buildings like the White House.
A Note on History
In the 1890s, Sandoval had rules that were unfair to African Americans. These rules prevented them from living or staying in the town. This was a common issue in some towns during that time.
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Geography of Sandoval
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Sandoval is located in the western part of Marion County. U.S. Route 50 goes through the middle of the town. It is called Missouri Avenue there. This highway goes about 9 miles east to Salem, which is the county seat. It goes about 14 miles west to Carlyle.
U.S. Route 51 runs along the east side of Sandoval. It is called Mine Street. This highway goes about 24 miles north to Vandalia. It goes about 6 miles south to Centralia.
Sandoval covers an area of about 1 square mile (2.58 square kilometers). All of this area is land. A small stream called Prairie Creek flows through the southeast part of the town. This creek eventually flows into the Kaskaskia River. The Kaskaskia River then flows into the mighty Mississippi River.
People of Sandoval
Population Details
In 2000, there were 1,434 people living in Sandoval. These people lived in 562 households. About 396 of these households were families. The population density was about 1,494 people per square mile.
Diversity in Sandoval
Most of the people in Sandoval were White (97.77%). A small number of people were African American (0.42%). Some were Native American (0.84%) or Asian (0.28%). A few people were from other backgrounds or mixed races. About 0.98% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
About 38.6% of households in Sandoval had children under 18 living there. Almost half (48.8%) were married couples living together. About 16.9% of households had a female head with no husband present. About 29.4% of households were not families.
About 25.3% of all households were made up of people living alone. About 10.1% of these were people aged 65 or older living by themselves. The average household had 2.55 people. The average family had 3.04 people.
Age Groups
The population in Sandoval was spread out across different age groups.
- 30.1% were under 18 years old.
- 8.4% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 28.5% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 22.1% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 10.9% were 65 years or older.
The average age in Sandoval was 34 years old. For every 100 females, there were about 92.7 males.
Income and Economy
In 2000, the average income for a household in Sandoval was $30,000 per year. For a family, the average income was $35,700 per year. Men earned about $29,191 per year on average. Women earned about $19,833 per year on average. The average income per person in the village was $14,739.
About 17.1% of families and 21.1% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included 31.5% of those under 18 and 8.6% of those aged 65 or older.
See also
In Spanish: Sandoval (Illinois) para niños
