Warren, Illinois facts for kids
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Warren
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Warren - Main Street in winter 2008
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Location of Warren in Daviess County, Illinois
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Jo Daviess |
| Township | Warren |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Land | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,323 |
| • Density | 1,280.74/sq mi (494.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
61087
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| Area code(s) | 815 |
| FIPS code | 17-78851 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Warren, Illinois |
Warren is a small village located in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 1,323 people lived there. This number was a little lower than the 1,428 people who lived there in 2010.
The village got its name from Warren Burnett. He was the first boy born in the area.
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History of Warren
Captain Alexander Burnett was the first American settler known to live in the area that is now Warren. He built a log cabin in 1843. This cabin was at the corner of what we now call Main and Water Streets.
In 1851, a building was put up to serve as a stop for stagecoaches. This old building is still standing today. It is now used as the Warren Community Building.
The village was planned out in 1853. This was done along the path where the Illinois Central Railroad tracks were going to be built. The railroad greatly helped Warren grow. The main shopping area is still found near the railroad tracks on Main and Railroad Streets. Warren officially became a village in February 1857.
Geography of Warren
Warren covers a total area of about 0.97 square miles (2.67 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population Changes in Warren
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 825 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,666 | 101.9% | |
| 1890 | 1,172 | — | |
| 1900 | 1,327 | 13.2% | |
| 1910 | 1,331 | 0.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,253 | −5.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,179 | −5.9% | |
| 1940 | 1,119 | −5.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,378 | 23.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,470 | 6.7% | |
| 1970 | 1,523 | 3.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,595 | 4.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,550 | −2.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,496 | −3.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,428 | −4.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,323 | −7.4% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,496 people living in Warren. Most of the people living in the village were White. A small number of people were African American or Native American.
The average age of people in Warren in 2000 was 41 years old. About 24.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 20.3% of the people were 65 years old or older.
Fun Festivals in Warren
The Village of Warren hosts "The Pumpkin Festival" every year. This fun event takes place on the last weekend of September. The festival has a big parade, arts and crafts, and fresh fall produce.
Warren is also where the Jo Daviess County Fair is held. This fair usually happens around the first week of August. It is the oldest county fair in the state of Illinois! Warren is also part of the Stagecoach Trail Festival. This festival is held along the historic Stagecoach Trail.
Famous People from Warren
- Abner Dalrymple – He was a baseball player who played left field. He played for teams like the Chicago White Stockings. He is buried in Warren.
- George Engebretson – He was born in Warren and later became a member of the Wisconsin State Senate.
Important Landmarks
- Old Stone Hotel – This historic building is a well-known landmark in Warren.
See also
In Spanish: Warren (Illinois) para niños
