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Alto Pass, IL

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Population
300
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
753 ft
Median Home Value
$121,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$769/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,556
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Alto Pass

Alto Pass is a quiet village tucked into the rolling hills of Union County in southern Illinois. With around 350 residents, it offers a relaxed, rural lifestyle surrounded by hardwood forests, family-owned orchards, and local vineyards. The village sits right along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, giving residents a scenic setting with easy access to neighboring communities like Cobden and Carbondale for shopping and dining.

Outdoor recreation is a major draw for the area. Just a short drive up a winding road through the Shawnee National Forest brings you to the 111-foot Bald Knob Cross of Peace, which looks out over miles of ridge tops and valleys. Hikers and nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby Bald Knob Wilderness, where rugged trails, rocky bluffs, and quiet forest paths make it easy to enjoy the outdoors year-round.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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