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Eldorado, IL

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Population
3,579
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
389 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$66,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$657/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$37,154
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Eldorado

If you are new to Eldorado, the first thing to learn is the local pronunciation: it is called "El-duh-RAY-doh," honoring the early Elder and Read families who settled here. Located in Southern Illinois just north of the Shawnee National Forest, this small Saline County community grew up around historic rail lines and coal mines. Today, life here moves at a relaxed pace. Residents enjoy affordable living, quiet neighborhoods, and easy access to outdoor trails, giving the town a comfortable, down-to-earth feel.

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Public-School Academic GrowthA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+99.3ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA+98.5rating

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