St. David, Illinois facts for kids
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St. David, Illinois
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Location of St. David in Fulton County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Fulton |
| Township | Buckheart |
| Founded | July 25, 1885 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.30 sq mi (0.77 km2) |
| • Land | 0.30 sq mi (0.77 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 630 ft (190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 522 |
| • Density | 1,745.82/sq mi (673.88/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
61563
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| Area code(s) | 309 |
| FIPS code | 17-66768 |
| Wikimedia Commons | St. David, Illinois |
St. David is a small village located in Fulton County, Illinois, in the United States. It was founded on July 25, 1885. In 2020, about 522 people lived there.
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Exploring St. David's Location
St. David is in the eastern part of Fulton County. It is about 630 feet (192 meters) above sea level.
How to Get Around St. David
Illinois Route 100 runs along the edge of the village. This road can take you about 10 miles southwest to Lewistown, which is the main town of Fulton County. You can also go about 5 miles northeast to Canton, the largest city in the county, by using IL 100 and IL 78.
Size of St. David
The village of St. David covers a total area of about 0.30 square miles (0.77 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Understanding St. David's Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 481 | — | |
| 1910 | 915 | 90.2% | |
| 1920 | 1,189 | 29.9% | |
| 1930 | 977 | −17.8% | |
| 1940 | 859 | −12.1% | |
| 1950 | 812 | −5.5% | |
| 1960 | 862 | 6.2% | |
| 1970 | 773 | −10.3% | |
| 1980 | 786 | 1.7% | |
| 1990 | 603 | −23.3% | |
| 2000 | 587 | −2.7% | |
| 2010 | 589 | 0.3% | |
| 2020 | 522 | −11.4% | |
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The population of St. David has changed over the years. In 1920, it had its highest population with 1,189 people. By 2020, the population was 522.
Who Lives in St. David?
In 2020, there were 522 people living in St. David, making up 242 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
Many different people live in St. David. Most residents are White. A small number of residents are African American or Native American. Some people are from two or more races.
Age Groups in the Village
The people living in St. David include all age groups. About 22.3% of the population is under 18 years old. About 20% of the residents are 65 years or older. The average age in the village is about 39.6 years old.
Fun Places to Visit in St. David
St. David has a couple of parks where you can relax and play.
Veterans Park
Veterans Park is located on Main Street. It has a baseball field named after John Perardi. There is also a playground area for kids. You can find the Village Memorial Board here, which honors local heroes.
40 Acres Park
40 Acres Park is on the western side of town. This park also has a baseball field. It includes a memorial for Rodney Yurkovich, who coached many baseball teams on this field. The Village Hall, which is like the town's main office, is also located at 40 Acres Park.
