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Harristown, IL

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Population
1,247
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
689 ft
Median Home Value
$117,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$825/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$72,426
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityDecatur, Illinois6.8 miles away · 67,884 residents.

About Harristown

Harristown is a quiet Macon County village sitting right along Decatur's western edge. It offers a relaxed, small-town feel while keeping you minutes away from city conveniences, shopping, and healthcare. Just a short drive south, Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park sits along the Sangamon River. The historic site marks where Abraham Lincoln’s family first settled in Illinois, and today it gives locals a great outdoor spot for weekend walks, fishing, and picnics.

Neighborhoods here blend into open farmland, with US Route 36 running nearby for an easy daily commute. Local kids attend the Sangamon Valley School District, shared with neighboring Niantic. With its spacious yards, affordable homes, and laid-back pace, Harristown is a great fit for anyone looking for quiet living right next door to Decatur.

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

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