Taylorville

IL

Christian County, Illinois

Population 34K |Median income $62,611 |2 hospitals

Population
33,538
Christian County
Median Income
$62,611
-8% vs avg
Median Home Value
$115,500
-49% vs avg
Median Age
43.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
34K-3%
Median Income
$62,611+39%
Median Home Value
$115,500+40%
Poverty Rate
10.2%-32%
Unemployment
4.6%-34%

Economics

Median Rent
$785/mo
Poverty Rate
10.2% -28% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.1%
Work From Home 7.1%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 92.1%
African American 2.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.1%
High Blood Pressure
37.5%
Short Sleep Duration
36.5%
Physical Inactivity
25.5%
Binge Drinking
18.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Current Smoking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.5%
Diabetes
12.3%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60%
Annual Checkup 77.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.4%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
TAYLORVILLE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
TAYLORVILLE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Taylorville Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Taylorville, IL? ▼
Taylorville, IL has a population of 33,538 people, located in Christian County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Taylorville? ▼
The median household income in Taylorville, IL is $62,611 per year. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
What is the median home value in Taylorville? ▼
The median home value in Taylorville, IL is $115,500. Median rent is $785/month.
What are the top health concerns in Taylorville? ▼
The top health indicators in Taylorville include Obesity (38.1%), High Blood Pressure (37.5%), Short Sleep Duration (36.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Taylorville? ▼
Taylorville has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Taylorville? ▼
The median age in Taylorville, IL is 43.2 years. 17.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Taylorville, IL is located in Christian County, Illinois. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $62,611, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Taylorville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Christian County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.