Moving to Ashmore, Illinois
The current estimated population of Ashmore, Illinois, is 772, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s rural charm and small size.
City Facts
- Year Founded: 1850s
- County Affiliated: Coles County
- Land Area: 1.0 square mile
- Population Density: 772 people per square mile
- Area Code: 217
- Zip Codes: 61912
Geography and Location
Ashmore, Illinois, is a small rural town located in eastern Illinois, within Coles County, about 10 miles east of Charleston and Eastern Illinois University. Ashmore experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Midwest. The surrounding geography consists of flat farmland, with corn and soybeans being the primary crops grown in the area. The town’s economy is tied to agriculture and small businesses that serve the local community. Ashmore is located near U.S. Route 16, providing easy access to nearby towns and services. Its rural charm, quiet atmosphere, and proximity to educational institutions make Ashmore a peaceful place to live in eastern Illinois.
Demographics
Median resident age: 33.9 years
Median household income: $38,250
Median house value: $58,900
Population by Race
Races in Ashmore:
- White Non-Hispanic (96.9%)
- Asian Indian (1.2%)
- Hispanic (0.7%)
Ancestries: United States (19.4%), German (15.6%), Irish (13.5%), English (7.9%), Dutch (3.3%), Polish (2.6%).
Elevation: 696 feet
Land area: 0.8 square miles
Population by Education
For population 25 years and over in Ashmore
- High school or higher: 81.2%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 12.2%
- Graduate or professional degree: 4.7%
- Unemployed: 5.5%
- Mean travel time to work: 21.4 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Ashmore village
- Never married: 20.3%
- Now married: 60.2%
- Separated: 1.7%
- Widowed: 7.3%
- Divorced: 10.5%
0.7% Foreign born
Population change in the 1990s: -7 (-0.9%).
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Ashmore:
- PARIS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 23 miles; PARIS, IL)
- SARAH BUSH LINCOLN HEALTH CENTER (about 25 miles; MATTOON, IL)
- CRAWFORD MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 41 miles; ROBINSON, IL)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ashmore:
- COLES COUNTY MEMORIAL (about 18 miles; MATTOON/CHARLESTON, IL; Abbreviation: MTO)
- UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS-WILLARD (about 39 miles; CHAMPAIGN/URBANA, IL; Abbreviation: CMI)
- TERRE HAUTE INTERNATIONAL-HULMAN FIELD (about 51 miles; TERRE HAUTE, IN; Abbreviation: HUF)
Other public-use airports nearest to Ashmore:
- CASEY MUNI (about 16 miles; CASEY, IL; Abbreviation: 1H8)
- TUSCOLA (about 26 miles; TUSCOLA, IL; Abbreviation: K96)
- EDGAR COUNTY (about 28 miles; PARIS, IL; Abbreviation: PRG)
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ashmore:
- EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (about 11 miles; CHARLESTON, IL; Full-time enrollment: 9,582)
- LAKE LAND COLLEGE (about 25 miles; MATTOON, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,666)
- INDIANA STATE UNIVERSITY (about 43 miles; TERRE HAUTE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 9,597)
- UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN (about 43 miles; Champaign, IL; Full-time enrollment: 36,284)
- PARKLAND COLLEGE (about 44 miles; CHAMPAIGN, IL; Full-time enrollment: 5,186)
- IVY TECH STATE COLLEGE-WABASH VALLEY (about 45 miles; TERRE HAUTE, IN; Full-time enrollment: 2,099)
- VINCENNES UNIVERSITY (about 70 miles; VINCENNES, IN; Full-time enrollment: 6,201)
Public primary/middle school in Ashmore:
- ASHMORE ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 122; Location: P O BOX 219; Grades: KG – 04)