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Buncombe, IL

Population
207
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
514 ft
Median Home Value
$50,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$62,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Buncombe

Buncombe is a tiny, peaceful village nestled in southern Illinois's Johnson County. Situated along Illinois Route 37, it sits about eight miles northwest of Vienna and a short drive from Goreville, putting residents right near the scenic trails and outdoor recreation of the Shawnee National Forest. Life here moves at a quiet, unhurried pace, making it appealing for anyone seeking relaxed rural living with easy highway access to neighboring towns for work, shopping, and dining.

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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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