Colfax, IL

Population
973
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
752 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$136,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$875/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$70,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Colfax is a quiet, close-knit village in eastern McLean County, surrounded by rich farmland and open skies. Life here moves at an easy, small-town pace, with tree-lined residential streets and Colfax Creek winding right through the center of town. It has a warm, neighborly atmosphere where people look out for one another, and having the local Ridgeview schools right in town makes it especially convenient for growing families.

When you need more options, Bloomington-Normal is an easy half-hour drive west along Route 165, giving residents straightforward access to major employers, shopping, and healthcare. At the end of the day, you return to quiet evenings, open space, and a friendly rural community. Colfax offers a comfortable, grounded lifestyle while keeping the perks and conveniences of the nearby twin cities within an easy commute.

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