Carmi, Illinois
Carmi: city in Illinois
About
Carmi is a city located in the county of White in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,240 and a population density of 798 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,740 inhabitants.
The city was created 210 years ago in 1815.
Quick Facts about Carmi
| Population | 4,740 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | White County |
| Postal code | 62821 |
| Phone Area Codes | 618 |
| Area | 6.57 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.0909,-88.1587 |
| Altitude | 387 feet / 118 meters |
| Capital city | Carmi is capital of White County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1816 (210 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 10:16:30 (13th April 2026) |
| Density | 722 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -10.55% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Carmi is located at 38°5'27"N 88°9'31"W (38.0908800, -88.1586500).
Carmi map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. South southwest wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Carmi decreased by 10.55% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,240 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,216 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,190 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,157 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,091 | -1.3% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,061 | -0.59% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,017 | -0.88% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,949 | -1.37% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,849 | -2.06% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,821 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,740 | -1.71% | estimation process |
People born in Carmi (9)
People born in Carmi, including movie actor Jeff Stryker, singer Anita Boyer, politician Ezra A. Burrell, .
More notable people
- Frederick J. Karch (United States Marine Corps general) he was born in 09/08/1917
- James R. Williams (American politician) he was born in 27/12/1850
- Josh Elder (writer) he was born in 17/05/1980
- Sandy Rios (American activist) she was born in 01/01/1949
- Chauncey Edgar Finch (American classical philologist) he was born in 16/12/1906
- Elmer Wood (American economist) he was born in 25/08/1892
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carmi, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 403469 | Frontier Community College | Fairfield (IL) | 62837 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carmi, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVN | Evansville, IN | 119 Northwest 6th Street | BUS |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
| MAI | Marion, IL | 2100 West Main Street | BUS |
| DQN | Du Quoin | 20 North Chestnut St. | RAIL |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Carmi.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Carm Post Office | Carmi (IL) | 62821 |
Other cities in White County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in White County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Milan | 4,945 | Village in Illinois, USA |
| Grayville | 1,543 | City in White County, Illinois, United States |
| Norris City | 1,134 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Crossville | 687 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Enfield | 548 | Village in White County, Illinois, United States |
| Emma | 359 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Mill Shoals | 193 | Township in White County, Illinois |
| Maunie | 128 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Springerton | 100 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Burnt Prairie | 47 | Township in White County, Illinois, United States |
| Phillipstown | 40 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Carmi distances to largest Illinois cities