The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Menard county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 76.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 26.7℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 60% and the area covered by water is 0.36%. The overall influence score for Menard is 2.
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Menard County is located in the heart of central Illinois and covers an area of 514 square miles. As of 2019, the population was estimated to be 12,743 people. The population density is 25 people per square mile.
The median household income in Menard County is approximately $50,000 and the median home value is $92,000. The majority of residents (77%) own their homes, while 23% rent. The poverty rate is 11%, which is slightly higher than the national average.
The majority of the population is White (93%), followed by Hispanic (3%) and African American (2%). The average age of residents is 43 years old with a gender ratio of 49% male and 51% female.
Menard County is primarily rural with many small towns and villages scattered throughout the county. Residents enjoy easy access to state parks and recreational areas. The county also has a vibrant agricultural economy, with corn and soybean production being the two main crops.
Illinois State Office USDA Rural DevelopmentFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Illinois
2118 West Park Court, Suite A
Champaign, IL 61821
TEL: 217-403-6200
TTY: 217-403-6240