Tilton, IL

Population
2,537
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
647 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$70,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$877/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,697
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Sitting right along Interstate 74 just south of Danville, Tilton offers an easygoing small-town feel with quick access to everything you need. The community got its start in the 1850s as a railroad stop, and that convenient location still serves residents well today. It is an easy commute into Danville for work or errands, with Route 1 and the interstate making travel around east-central Illinois straightforward.

Day-to-day life here has a relaxed pace, with plenty of local spots to get outside. Residents enjoy fishing at Herschel Lake, exploring the Vermilion River, and gathering at the village parks for community events. When you need bigger shopping centers, dining options, or healthcare facilities, Danville sits right next door, giving you the perks of quiet neighborhood living with city conveniences close at hand.

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