Sherman, Illinois facts for kids
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Sherman
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Location of Sherman in Sangamon County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Sangamon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.19 sq mi (8.25 km2) |
| • Land | 3.14 sq mi (8.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 598 ft (182 m) |
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| • Total | 4,673 |
| • Density | 1,487.27/sq mi (574.28/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62684
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-69342 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Sherman, Illinois |
Sherman is a village located in Sangamon County, Illinois, in the United States. In 2020, about 4,673 people lived there. Sherman is part of the larger Springfield, Illinois area. The village experienced a strong tornado on March 31, 2023.
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About Sherman's Location
Sherman is found at coordinates 39.892202 degrees North and 89.604784 degrees West.
Land and Water Areas
According to the 2010 census, Sherman covers a total area of about 3.235 square miles (8.38 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.19 square miles (8.26 square kilometers), is land. The remaining small part, about 0.045 square miles (0.12 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live in Sherman?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 73 | — | |
| 1960 | 209 | — | |
| 1970 | 519 | 148.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,501 | 189.2% | |
| 1990 | 2,080 | 38.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,871 | 38.0% | |
| 2010 | 4,148 | 44.5% | |
| 2020 | 4,673 | 12.7% | |
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As of the census in 2000, there were 2,871 people living in Sherman. These people lived in 962 households, with 771 of them being families. The village had about 933 people per square mile (360 people per square kilometer).
Who Lives in Sherman?
In 2000, most people in Sherman (97.74%) were White. There were also smaller groups of African American (0.31%), Native American (0.42%), and Asian (1.01%) residents. About 0.52% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
About 41.8% of households in Sherman had children under 18 years old. Most households (70.6%) were married couples living together. The average household had 2.78 people, and the average family had 3.13 people.
The population was spread out by age:
- 26.6% were under 18 years old.
- 5.6% were between 18 and 24.
- 27.5% were between 25 and 44.
- 25.2% were between 45 and 64.
- 15.1% were 65 years or older.
The average age in the village was 39 years.
Learning in Sherman
Sherman is part of the Williamsville-Sherman Community Unit School District #15. This school district has been recognized for its excellent education. Williamsville CUSD #15 was one of five schools in the area to receive the Bright Star Award for its great elementary and high school programs.
Fun Places to Visit in Sherman
- The Rail Golf Course: This is an 18-hole golf course. It used to host a big golf tournament called the LPGA State Farm Rail Classic from 1976 to 2006.
- Route 66 Crossing: This area on the north side of Sherman has many shops and businesses.
- Sherman Village Park: This park is 10 acres (about 4 hectares) and is located on the south side of Sherman. It has an amphitheater for shows, pavilions for picnics, a pond, and a 1-mile (1.6 km) path for walking or cycling.
- Sherman-Williamsville Trail: This is a 4.4-mile (7.1 km) long trail that links Sherman and the nearby town of Williamsville. It was completed and opened to the public on November 20, 2021.
See also
In Spanish: Sherman (Illinois) para niños
