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Wedron, Illinois
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 Wedron, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Wedron, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | LaSalle |
| Township | Dayton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.55 sq mi (1.43 km2) |
| • Land | 0.52 sq mi (1.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.08 km2) |
| Elevation | 548 ft (167 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 140 |
| • Density | 269.75/sq mi (104.14/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
60557
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| Area code(s) | 815 & 779 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2806578 |
Wedron is a small place in Illinois, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it is not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Dayton Township in LaSalle County.
Where is Wedron Located?
Wedron sits right on the west side of the Fox River. This river is a branch of the Illinois River. Wedron is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) northeast of a bigger city called Ottawa. The special code for mail in Wedron is 60557.
Who Lives in Wedron?
According to a count in 2020, about 140 people live in Wedron. It is a very small community. There are around 79 homes here. People of all ages live in Wedron, including families with children.
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