The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Pope county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 77.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 34.2℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 59% and the area covered by water is 1.01%. The overall influence score for Pope is 9.
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Pope County is located in the southern part of Illinois and is part of the Shawnee Hills region. It has a population of 5,062, according to the 2010 census. The population is predominantly white (95.7%), with small percentages of African American (2.3%), Native American (0.3%), and Asian (0.6%) residents. The median household income is $36,844, and the poverty rate is 13.1%.
The county encompasses 579 square miles of rolling hills, woodlands, and farmlands. The terrain is mostly rural, with some small towns and villages scattered throughout the area. There are a few larger cities nearby, such as Marion, Carbondale, and Harrisburg. The climate is typical of the Midwest, with hot summers and cold winters.
The housing in Pope County is mostly single-family homes with a few mobile homes scattered about. There are also some apartment complexes in the area. Quality of life is generally good in Pope County, with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, such as hunting, fishing, camping, and hiking.
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