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Louisville, IL

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Population
1,108
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
477 ft
Median Home Value
$87,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$581/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$43,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Louisville

Louisville is a peaceful rural village along the Little Wabash River that serves as the county seat of Clay County, Illinois. With a population of around 1,100, it offers an unhurried small-town atmosphere surrounded by south-central Illinois farmland. U.S. Route 45 runs straight through town, giving residents a straightforward drive north toward Effingham or south toward Flora for work, major shopping, and regional amenities.

Clay County Courthouse in Louisville from north northwest

Daily life in Louisville revolves around quiet residential streets, local schools, and the county courthouse at the heart of the community. The river and nearby parks provide plenty of open space for fishing and unwinding outdoors, while the local pace remains easygoing and friendly. It is an appealing spot for anyone looking for affordable housing, open skies, and a close-knit neighborhood feel.

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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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