Taylorville, IL

Located about thirty miles southeast of Springfield, Taylorville is a welcoming central Illinois community of roughly 10,000 residents. Daily life centers on a historic courthouse square surrounded by local shops, diners, and brick-paved side streets. It is an easy place to get outside, whether you are picking up fresh produce at the Manners Park farmers market or spending a warm weekend boating, camping, and fishing along the shores of Lake Taylorville.

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Families moving to the area will find several neighborhood elementary schools, a junior high, and Taylorville High School within the local school district. The town carries a proud sports tradition, from hometown baseball Hall of Famer Ray Schalk to a famous undefeated 1944 basketball championship team. For anyone looking for a relaxed, family-friendly pace with an easy commute to the state capital, Taylorville makes a comfortable place to call home.