Warsaw, Illinois facts for kids
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Warsaw, Illinois
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Location of Warsaw in Hancock County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Hancock |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.47 sq mi (19.34 km2) |
| • Land | 6.52 sq mi (16.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.95 sq mi (2.46 km2) |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,510 |
| • Density | 231.60/sq mi (89.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
62379
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-78942 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397200 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Warsaw, Illinois |
Warsaw is a city located in Hancock County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 1,510 people lived there. This was a small decrease from 1,607 people in 2010. Warsaw is special because it has a downtown area with many old, historic buildings.
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History of Warsaw
Warsaw started in 1814. A young army officer named Major Zachary Taylor built a fort called Fort Johnson. It was on the east side of the Mississippi River, near where the Des Moines River joins it. The fort was only used for a few weeks before it was burned down.
In 1815, another army camp, Fort Edwards, was built nearby. Warsaw then became an important place for fur trading. It was one of the first American settlements in northern Illinois.
Warsaw and the Mormon Settlement
In the 1840s, Warsaw was a center of disagreement. Many people in Warsaw did not want Mormon settlers in Nauvoo and other parts of Hancock County. This time was sometimes called the "Mormon Illinois War".
The local newspaper, the Warsaw Signal, was against the Mormon settlements. It was run by Thomas C. Sharp. Mormon leaders tried to start a settlement just south of Warsaw. But they gave up because of local opposition and other problems.
Historic Downtown and Brewery
Warsaw is known for its well-preserved downtown area. Many old businesses are still there. The Warsaw Brewery was started by German immigrants in 1861. It made beer for over 100 years, stopping in 1971. In 2006, the building was fixed up and reopened as a bar and restaurant.
Where is Warsaw Located?
Warsaw is in the southwest part of Hancock County. The Mississippi River is to its west and northwest. This river forms the border with Missouri. The town of Alexandria, Missouri is directly across the Mississippi River. Keokuk, Iowa is about 3.5 miles northeast. The city of Hamilton is about six miles to the east-northeast.
Warsaw covers a total area of about 7.47 square miles (19.34 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 6.52 square miles (16.89 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.95 square miles (2.46 square kilometers), is water.
People Living in Warsaw
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 2,896 | — | |
| 1870 | 3,583 | 23.7% | |
| 1880 | 3,105 | −13.3% | |
| 1890 | 2,721 | −12.4% | |
| 1900 | 2,335 | −14.2% | |
| 1910 | 2,254 | −3.5% | |
| 1920 | 2,031 | −9.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,866 | −8.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,895 | 1.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,002 | 5.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,938 | −3.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,758 | −9.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,842 | 4.8% | |
| 1990 | 1,882 | 2.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,793 | −4.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,607 | −10.4% | |
| 2020 | 1,510 | −6.0% | |
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In 2020, there were 1,510 people living in Warsaw. There were 691 households, and 435 families. Most people, about 94.50%, were White. A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. About 1.26% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 27.5% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.91 people. The average family had 2.32 people.
The median age in the city was 45.4 years old. This means half the people were younger than 45.4, and half were older.
Education in Warsaw
The school district for Warsaw is Warsaw Community Unit School District 316. This district runs two schools:
- Warsaw Elementary School
- Warsaw High School
Before 2008, Warsaw CUSD 316 had its own junior high school. Since 2008, junior high students go to Nauvoo-Colusa Junior High School. This school is part of the Nauvoo-Colusa Community Unit School District 325.
Famous People from Warsaw
- William Harrison Folsom (1815-1901) – An architect who lived in Warsaw. He later went to California for the gold rush.
- John Milton Hay (1838-1905) – He grew up in Warsaw. He was a statesman, diplomat, and journalist. He was also a private secretary to President Abraham Lincoln. Later, he became the United States Secretary of State.
- Benjamin F. Marsh – A congressman who is buried in Warsaw.
See also
In Spanish: Warsaw (Illinois) para niños
