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Canton, IL

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Population
13,297
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
649 ft
Median Home Value
$107,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$766/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,254
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityPekin, Illinois22 miles away · 31,277 residents.

About Canton

Canton is the largest city in Fulton County, Illinois, situated southwest of Peoria. Founded in 1825 by pioneer Isaac Swan who named the settlement in the belief that it was the antipodes of Canton, China, the community of approximately 13,144 is served by the Canton Union School District 66 for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+98.4rating

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