Carthage, Illinois
Carthage: city in and county seat of Hancock County, Illinois, United States
About
Carthage is a city located in the county of Hancock in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,605. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,419 inhabitants.
The city was created 188 years ago in 1837.
Quick Facts about Carthage
| Population | 2,419 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Postal code | 62321 |
| Phone Area Codes | 217 |
| Area | 6319570 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.4164,-91.1363 |
| Altitude | 669 feet / 204 meters |
| Capital city | Carthage is capital of Hancock County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1838 (188 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:45:00 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -7.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Carthage is located at 40°24'59"N 91°8'11"W (40.4164300, -91.1362500).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Carthage decreased by 7.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,605 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,594 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,573 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,536 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,512 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,500 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,506 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,479 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,466 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,453 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,419 | -1.41% | estimation process |
People born in Carthage (9)
People born in Carthage, including actress Beatrice Gray, zoologist A. Gilbert Wright, football coach George Clark, .
More notable people
- Rip Williams (American baseball player) he was born in 31/01/1882
- Virginia Cherrill (American actress (1908-1996)) she was born in 12/04/1908
- Stewart Clark (American football and basketball coach) he was born in 12/04/1890
- Evan McGaughey (American basketball player) he was born in 20/04/1994
- Herman Hall (American general) he was born in 06/06/1864
- Danielle Surprenant she was born in 28/06/1985
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Carthage, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149772 | Western Illinois University | Macomb (IL) | 61455 |
| 154378 | Southeastern Community College | West Burlington (IA) | 52655-0180 |
| 177144 | Culver-Stockton College | Canton (MO) | 63435-1299 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Carthage, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| FMD | Fort Madison station | 1601 20th Street | RAIL |
| MAC | Macomb | 120 East Calhoun Street | RAIL |
| BRL | Burlington | 300 South Main Street | RAIL |
| QCY | Quincy | North 30th St. and Wisman Lane | RAIL |
| MTP | Mount Pleasant | 418 North Adams Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Carthage.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Carthag Post Office | Carthage (IL) | 62321 |
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- Carthage, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 14,732 people.
- Carthage, Texas city in Texas with a population of 6,354 people.
- Carthage, Mississippi human settlement in Leake County, Mississippi, United States of America with a population of 4,725 people.
- Carthage, New York village in the United States with a population of 3,256 people.
- Carthage, North Carolina city in Moore County, North Carolina, United States of America with a population of 2,595 people.
- Carthage, Tennessee town in Tennessee, USA with a population of 2,331 people.
- Carthage, Ohio township in Athens County, Ohio with a population of 1,537 people.
- Carthage, Indiana town in Indiana, United States with a population of 890 people.
- Carthage, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 536 people.
- Carthage, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 286 people.
- Carthage, South Dakota city in South Dakota, United States with a population of 37 people.
Other cities in Hancock County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hancock County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Warsaw | 1,456 | City in Illinois, United States |
| La Harpe | 1,123 | City in Hancock County, Illinois, United States |
| Nauvoo | 1,044 | City and historic district in Hancock County, Illinois, United States |
| Dallas City | 859 | Township in Hancock County, Illinois |
| Chili | 597 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Saint Mary | 585 | Township in Hancock County, Illinois |
| Augusta | 534 | Human settlement in Hancock County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Plymouth | 459 | Village in the United States |
| Bowen | 450 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Denver | 390 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Fountain Green | 262 | Township in Hancock County, Illinois |
| Durham | 251 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Hamilton | 189 | City in Hancock County, Illinois, United States |
| Elvaston | 152 | Human settlement in Hancock County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Ferris | 143 | Village in Hancock County, Illinois, United States |
| Pontoosuc | 132 | Township in Hancock County, Illinois |
Distance to Other Cities
Carthage distances to largest Illinois cities