Tilton, Illinois facts for kids
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Tilton
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Location of Tilton in Vermilion County, Illinois.
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 Tilton, Illinois
Location in Vermilion County, Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Vermilion |
| Township | Danville |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.24 sq mi (8.39 km2) |
| • Land | 3.21 sq mi (8.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) 0.93% |
| Elevation | 643 ft (196 m) |
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| • Total | 2,660 |
| • Density | 805.74/sq mi (311.13/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
61833
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-75276 |
| Website | http://www.tiltonil.com/ |
Tilton is a small village located in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States. It is part of the larger Danville, Illinois area. In 2020, about 2,660 people lived there.
The village got its name from Charles Tilton. He was a friend of Abraham Lincoln, who later became a famous president. Charles Tilton worked for the railroads. It is said that Abraham Lincoln even had Thanksgiving dinner at Tilton's house in the 1850s!
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Geography of Tilton
Tilton is found at specific coordinates: 40.096586 degrees North and 87.642071 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 3.24 square miles (8.39 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.21 square miles (8.31 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.03 square miles (0.08 square kilometers), is water.
Population Changes in Tilton
The number of people living in Tilton has changed over many years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk since 1880:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 297 | — | |
| 1890 | 474 | 59.6% | |
| 1900 | 474 | 0.0% | |
| 1910 | 710 | 49.8% | |
| 1920 | 909 | 28.0% | |
| 1930 | 1,394 | 53.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,486 | 6.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,638 | 10.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,598 | 58.6% | |
| 1970 | 2,544 | −2.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,405 | −5.5% | |
| 1990 | 2,729 | 13.5% | |
| 2000 | 2,976 | 9.1% | |
| 2010 | 2,724 | −8.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,660 | −2.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 2,976 people living in Tilton. The population density was about 960 people per square mile. This means that many people lived in a relatively small area.
The average age of people in Tilton in 2000 was 41 years old. About 22% of the population was under 18 years old.
Getting Around Tilton
Danville Mass Transit provides bus services in Tilton. These buses, on Routes 9 and 13, connect Tilton to downtown Danville. They also go to other places nearby.
Famous People from Tilton
Some interesting people have come from Tilton:
- Bert Graham: He was a professional baseball player. He played as an infielder for the St Louis Browns.
- Russ Meers: He was also a professional baseball player. He was a pitcher for the Chicago Cubs.
- Joseph Kirkland: He was a well-known journalist and novelist.
Tilton's Village Leaders
The village of Tilton has had several leaders, known as mayors, who help run the local government. Here are some of the people who have served as mayor:
- 1949-1957 - Carl Gruber
- 1957-1963 - Donald Fitzsimmons
- 1963-1964 - William West
- 1964-1973 - Elmer Nabors
- 1973-1993 - Herschel Jones
- 1993-2001 - Conrad "Dutch" Wantland
- 2001-2023 - David Phillips
- 2023-Now - William "Billy" Wear Jr.
Police Chiefs of Tilton
The police chief is in charge of the police department in Tilton, helping to keep the community safe. Here are the police chiefs who have served the village:
- 1970-2001: Charles Wolfe (Retired)
- 2001-2009: Michael Schull Sr. (Retired)
- 2009-2017: Steven Cornett (Retired)
- 2017-2022: David Cornett
- 2022-present: Phillip Bernardi
See also
In Spanish: Tilton (Illinois) para niños
