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Litchfield, IL

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Population
6,598
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
690 ft
Median Home Value
$104,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$675/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,958
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Litchfield

Litchfield is a friendly small city in south-central Illinois, conveniently located along Interstate 55 about an hour from both Springfield and St. Louis. Home to around 6,800 people, the town pairs a quiet pace of life with Route 66 history and plenty of outdoor space. Much of the local recreation happens around Lake Lou Yaeger, where residents spend weekends boating, fishing, camping, and enjoying the water at Milnot Beach.

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Day-to-day life is anchored by the local school district, community parks, and classic hometown gathering spots like the Ariston Café. Litchfield covers all the daily essentials with local shops and services, while direct access to I-55 makes it easy to commute or take day trips to Springfield and the St. Louis area for specialized healthcare, big-box shopping, and entertainment. It is a practical, welcoming option for anyone looking for affordable small-town living with simple highway connections.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingPublic-School Academic GrowthA+99.9rating

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