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Encyclopedia > Shiloh, Illinois

Shiloh is a village in St. Clair County, Illinois, United States. The population was 7,643 at the 2000 census. St. ... Official language(s) English Capital Springfield Largest city Chicago Area  Ranked 25th  - Total 0 sq mi (149,998 km²)  - Width 210 miles (340 km)  - Length 390 miles (629 km)  - % water 4. ...

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Geography

Shiloh is located at 38°33′0″N, 89°54′53″W (38.550132, -89.914859)GR1.


According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 26.1 km² (10.1 mi²). 26.0 km² (10.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.1 km² (0.04 mi²) of it (0.30%) is water. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...


Demographics

As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 7,643 people, 2,778 households, and 2,080 families residing in the village. The population density was 293.6/km² (760.2/mi²). There were 2,928 housing units at an average density of 112.5/km² (291.2/mi²). The racial makeup of the village was 82.14% White, 13.32% African American, 0.27% Native American, 1.79% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 0.75% from other races, and 1.65% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.62% of the population. 1870 US Census for New York City A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... Race, as defined by the United States Census Bureau and the Federal Office of Management and Budget, is a self-identification data item in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...


There were 2,778 households out of which 40.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.8% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.1% were non-families. 20.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 5.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.63 and the average family size was 3.05. This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ...


In the village the population was spread out with 27.7% under the age of 18, 10.7% from 18 to 24, 34.6% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 6.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.0 males.


The median income for a household in the village was $57,692, and the median income for a family was $67,054. Males had a median income of $42,083 versus $30,843 for females. The per capita income for the village was $25,550. About 6.1% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 11.1% of those under age 18 and 1.6% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...


In 2005, another census was done and the current population of Shiloh is 11,000.


History

Many people in Shiloh enjoy the Shiloh Homecoming, a two-day celebration/fair where many amusement rides are set up, and people buy foods such as hotdog, funnelcake, and other. Types of amusement rides include: Bumper cars Carousels Dark rides Ferris wheels Freefall towers Hall of mirrors Log flumes Loop-O-Plane Motion platforms Observation towers Octopus (ride) Roller coasters Scenic railways switchbacks Horror train Shoot-the-Chutes The Zipper Tilt-A-Whirl See also Amusement park Closed rides and... A home-cooked hot dog with mayonnaise, onion, and pickle relish A hot dog is the term for either a type of sausage or, alternatively, a sandwich with the bun and sausage. ... Funnel Cake with powdered sugar Funnel cake or funnelcake is a regional specialty food originally associated with the Pennsylvania Dutch region of the United States. ...


At the Entrance of the Shiloh Park and Police Station, there is a memorial reminding us of the hard trials New York and all of the world faced during September 11, 2001 attacks. This memorial is a peculiar shape, but to all who know what it means, it is familiar. This monument tells of the many nurses, doctors, firefighters, volunteers, repairmen, and other kinds of people helped stop the tragedy. It is a memorial of those who were born to live, lived to help, and helped to live. The date that commonly refers to the attacks on United States citizens on September 11, 2001 (see the September 11, 2001 Attacks). ... This article focuses on the education and regulation of nurses. ... It has been suggested that Firefighter Assist and Search Team be merged into this article or section. ...


Life in Shiloh

Many of the older houses in Shiloh are small however in the last few years 2001-2006 there has been a massive push in new construction homes ranging from 1700 to 3500 sqft. These new homes are at least partially brick have in most cases a full basement and are vauled between 200 to 400k. the masssive growth can be attributed to two things. the construction of a new interstate exchange and the fact that the St. Louis Metro area has just about reached its limit going West and Shiloh is on its Eastern edge @ Exit 16 on Hwy 64. Children in Shiloh benefit from an excellent school system and love to play outdoors. The neighborhoods of Shiloh are widely considered to be quite safe (except for Richland Prairie off of Hartman Lane, don't go there at night)( thanks to the outstanding Police Department ) and most people know their neighbors by name, many of the people in Shiloh have pet's. There are many acres of wood around some houses, where you can spot, rabbits, mean old squirrels who destroy things and eat your gardens, and foxes. this is total shite. ...


People shop for groceries at Dierbergs, the Commisary on the Scott, Air Force Base, or Shop 'n' Save.


External links


  Results from FactBites:
 
Shiloh, Illinois - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (569 words)
In 2005, another census was done and the current population of Shiloh is 11,000.
Many people in Shiloh enjoy the Shiloh Homecoming, a two-day celebration/fair where many amusement rides are set up, and people buy foods such as hotdog, funnelcake, and other.
At the Entrance of the Shiloh Park and Police Station, there is a memorial reminding us of the hard trials New York and all of the world faced during September 11, 2001 attacks.
Shiloh, Illinois--All Roads Lead to Shiloh--The Official Web Site of Shiloh, Illinois (397 words)
People who live and work in the Village of Shiloh know the simple pleasures of small-town life and at the same time enjoy all the benefits of a thriving metropolis.
Although Shiloh is primarily a residential community, a number of businesses also flourish in the Village.
There are few traces of the coal mines and railroads which originally led to Shiloh being incorporated as a Village in 1905.
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