Onarga, IL

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Population
1,305
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
671 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$99,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$941/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$78,352
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Onarga is a quiet village in Iroquois County with deep roots as a historic railroad stop. Today, the town features shaded residential streets, well-kept older homes, and wide-open farmland in every direction. Route 45 runs straight through the center, making it easy to get around to neighboring towns like Gilman while keeping daily life calm and unhurried.

For a small community, Onarga has some great local perks. Residents enjoy easy access to Lake Arrowhead, a nearby golf course, and a few popular dinner spots around town. The village is also home to the Onarga Theatre, the only movie house in the county, which draws people from across the area for weekend films. It is a friendly, grounded place where everyday small-town comforts are always close to home.

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