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Carmi, IL

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Population
4,623
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
392 ft
Median Home Value
$114,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$839/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$47,827
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Carmi

Set along the Little Wabash River in southeastern Illinois, Carmi is a quiet, historic community of around 4,800 residents. Serving as the county seat of White County, the town offers a classic small-town feel surrounded by open farmland and scenic river bottoms. It is a welcoming place where neighbors know each other and daily life moves at a comfortable, relaxed pace.

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Families are served by the local Carmi-White County school district, and Southeastern Illinois College maintains a convenient branch campus right in town. The local economy is supported by manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare, with Evansville, Indiana, less than an hour away for regional job opportunities, airport access, and larger retail centers. With its affordable housing and strong community ties, Carmi makes a great option for anyone looking for a peaceful, grounded lifestyle.

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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+99.1rating

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