Sigel, Illinois facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sigel
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Location of Sigel in Shelby County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Shelby |
| Incorporated | March 7, 1867 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.29 sq mi (0.75 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 637 ft (194 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 329 |
| • Density | 1,170.82/sq mi (451.84/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62462
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-69914 |
| GNIS ID | 2397663 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Sigel, Illinois |
Sigel is a small town located in Shelby County, Illinois, in the United States. It is an incorporated town, which means it has its own local government. In 2020, the town had a population of 329 people.
The town was named after Franz Sigel, who was an important general for the Union side during the American Civil War (1861–1865).
Where is Sigel?
Sigel is located at coordinates 39°13′34″N 88°29′43″W. This spot is in the state of Illinois.
The town covers a total area of about 0.29 square miles (0.75 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
How Many People Live in Sigel?
The number of people living in Sigel has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 302 | — | |
| 1890 | 258 | −14.6% | |
| 1900 | 293 | 13.6% | |
| 1910 | 308 | 5.1% | |
| 1920 | 292 | −5.2% | |
| 1930 | 259 | −11.3% | |
| 1940 | 281 | 8.5% | |
| 1950 | 296 | 5.3% | |
| 1960 | 387 | 30.7% | |
| 1970 | 337 | −12.9% | |
| 1980 | 360 | 6.8% | |
| 1990 | 344 | −4.4% | |
| 2000 | 386 | 12.2% | |
| 2010 | 373 | −3.4% | |
| 2020 | 329 | −11.8% | |
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As of the year 2000, there were 386 people living in Sigel. These people lived in 141 households, and 97 of these were families. About 35.5% of the households had children under 18 living there.
The average age of people in Sigel in 2000 was 33 years old. About 31.3% of the population was under 18.
Famous People from Sigel
- Jack Berch, a well-known singer, was born in Sigel.
See also
In Spanish: Sigel (Illinois) para niños
