Savoy, Illinois facts for kids
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Savoy, Illinois
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Savoy welcome sign
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Location of Savoy in Champaign County, Illinois.
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 Savoy, Illinois
Location in Champaign County, Illinois
Savoy, Illinois
Location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Champaign |
| Named for | Princess Maria Clotilde of Savoy |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.30 sq mi (8.56 km2) |
| • Land | 3.23 sq mi (8.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.18 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,857 |
| • Density | 2,739.56/sq mi (1,057.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
61874
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-67860 |
Savoy is a village located in Champaign County, Illinois, in the United States. It is a part of the larger Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area. In 2020, about 8,857 people lived in Savoy.
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History of Savoy
How Savoy Got Its Name
The village of Savoy was named after Princess Maria Clotilde of Savoy. She visited the area in 1861. The village officially became a town on April 10, 1956.
Important People from Savoy
Henry M. Dunlap (1853–1938) was a well-known farmer and state legislator from Illinois. He lived in Savoy for many years.
Geography of Savoy
Where is Savoy Located?
Savoy is located at coordinates 40.063441 degrees north and -88.252388 degrees west. It is a small area, covering about 3.30 square miles (8.56 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Savoy's Neighbors
Savoy shares a border with the city of Champaign. It is also very close to the main campus of the University of Illinois. Savoy is part of the larger Champaign–Urbana metropolitan area.
Population and People
How Many People Live in Savoy?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 339 | — | |
| 1970 | 592 | 74.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,126 | 259.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,674 | 25.8% | |
| 2000 | 4,476 | 67.4% | |
| 2010 | 7,280 | 62.6% | |
| 2020 | 8,857 | 21.7% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The population of Savoy has grown a lot over the years. In 1960, only 339 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 8,857 people.
Who Lives in Savoy?
In 2020, there were 3,548 households in Savoy. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Many different groups of people live in Savoy, making it a diverse community.
About 20.2% of the people in Savoy are under 18 years old. This means there are many kids and teenagers living in the village. The average age of people in Savoy is about 36.1 years old.
Getting Around Savoy
Public Transportation
The northern part of Savoy has public transportation. This service is provided by the Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District. It helps people get around without needing a car.
Roads and Highways
U.S. Route 45 is a main road that goes through Savoy. It is also called Dunlap Avenue. This road connects Savoy to Champaign, Illinois. Savoy is also close to Interstate 57, a major highway. You can get onto Interstate 57 from Curtis Road or Monticello Road.
Air Travel
The University of Illinois Willard Airport (KCMI) is located just south of Savoy. This airport serves the central Illinois area. You can catch flights from here to major cities like Chicago O'Hare Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth. These flights are usually provided by American Eagle.
See also
In Spanish: Savoy (Illinois) para niños
