Tipton, Monroe County, Illinois facts for kids
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Tipton, Illinois
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| Etymology: Tipperary, Ireland | |
 Tipton, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Tipton, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Monroe |
| Precinct | 8 |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Postal code |
62298
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| Area code(s) | 618 |
Tipton is a small place in Monroe County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together. However, it is not officially a city or a village. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Services like roads and police are usually provided by the county government.
Where is Tipton Located?
Tipton is found in the state of Illinois. It is part of Monroe County. This area is in the southwestern part of Illinois. It is also considered part of the "Metro East" region. This region is near the city of St. Louis, Missouri.
How Tipton Got Its Name
Tipton started as a community near a train station. This station was called Cambria Station. It was on the St. Louis and Cairo Railroad line. Many of the first people who settled here were from Ireland. They named their new home after Tipperary, a county in Ireland. Over time, the name changed. It went from Tipperary to Tiptown. Eventually, it became the Tipton we know today.
