Quick Facts

General
  • Founded in 1855
  • Entrance to Illinois Amish Country
  • Known as the Broom Corn Capital of the World
  • Home of the Libman Company
Census
  • Population 2,916
  • 49.9% Male
  • 51.1% Female
  • Median Age 38.2
  • Median Income $39,850
  • White 68.2%
  • Hispanic 29.8%
  • All Other Races 2%
Geography
  • Located at the Intersection of Illinois Route 133 and US Route 45
  • Served by Interstate 57
  • CN Railroad Service
  • 3 hours from Chicago
  • 3 hours from St. Louis
  • 2.75 hours from Indianapolis