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Charleston, IL

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Population
17,466
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
671 ft
Median Home Value
$137,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$817/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityTerre Haute, Indiana43 miles away · 58,764 residents.

About Charleston

Charleston is a city and the county seat of Coles County, Illinois, situated along the Embarras River. Home to Eastern Illinois University, the city of approximately 17,100 has close economic and cultural ties to the neighboring city of Mattoon, forming the Charleston-Mattoon micropolitan area. The community hosts the annual Coles County Fair and is located near Fox Ridge State Park, with public education provided by Charleston Community Unit School District 1.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow Home PricesA+97.5rating

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