Ramsey, Illinois Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

Ramsey, Illinois is a small city in Fayette County, located in the southern part of the state. It has a population of around 1,200 people. The city is located close to the Illinois River and has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.

The city was founded in 1857 by settlers from Virginia and Kentucky, who were looking for new land to farm. Over time, Ramsey grew into an important agricultural center for the area. In recent years, the economy of Ramsey has shifted away from agriculture to include retail, industrial, and construction jobs as well.

Politically, Ramsey is part of Fayette County and follows the same rules as other cities in Illinois. The city is governed by an elected mayor and six members of the council who are responsible for setting laws and regulations for Ramsey’s citizens.

The education system in Ramsey consists of three public schools: an elementary school, a middle school and a high school. All three schools are accredited by the state of Illinois and have been providing quality education to students since they opened their doors more than 100 years ago.

In terms of landmarks, there are several historic buildings in town including two churches – St Mary’s Catholic Church (built in 1871) and First United Methodist Church (built in 1891) – as well as several old homes from the late 19th century that still stand today. Additionally, there is also a local museum that showcases artifacts from early settlers to Ramsey as well as exhibits about local history.

Population: 1,056. Estimated population in July 2024: 1,063 (+0.7% change)
Males: 518 (49.1%), Females: 538 (50.9%)

Fayette County

Zip code: 62080

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.5 years
Median household income: $29,792
Median house value: $43,000

Population by Race

Races in Ramsey:

• White Non-Hispanic (99.1%)
• American Indian (0.7%)

Ancestries: German (22.4%), English (10.5%), Irish (8.0%), United States (8.0%), Dutch (2.0%), Scotch-Irish (1.9%).

Elevation: 610 feet

Land area: 1.0 square miles

Population by Education

Ramsey, Illinois is located in Fayette County and has a population of approximately 900 people. It is a rural town with a strong sense of community. The town was founded in 1866 and is home to many traditional American businesses including family-owned farms, local restaurants, and small shops. The majority of the population is white, with a smaller percentage of African Americans, Hispanics, and Asians. Education is important in Ramsey and there are several public schools as well as private religious schools. There are also several churches representing different denominations. Ramsey’s economy relies heavily on agriculture, with soybeans being the main crop grown in the area. Other industries include light manufacturing, lumber production, and retail trade. The town also has its own library that offers free internet access to residents. In recent years Ramsey has seen an increase in tourism due to its close proximity to Lake Shelbyville which provides plenty of recreational activities such as fishing and boating. Residents enjoy the small-town atmosphere which includes festivals such as the annual July 4th celebration that brings out visitors from all over the state for fun activities like fireworks displays and carnivals.

For population 25 years and over in Ramsey

• High school or higher: 73.9%
• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 6.9%
• Graduate or professional degree: 2.2%
• Unemployed: 8.2%
• Mean travel time to work: 25.8 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Ramsey village

• Never married: 21.7%
• Now married: 53.9%
• Separated: 1.4%
• Widowed: 12.2%
• Divorced: 10.8%

0.7% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +76 (+7.8%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Ramsey:

• FAYETTE COUNTY HOSPITAL (about 13 miles; VANDALIA, IL)
• PANA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 18 miles; PANA, IL)
• HILLSBORO AREA HOSPITAL (about 26 miles; HILLSBORO, IL)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Ramsey:

• DECATUR (about 51 miles; DECATUR, IL; Abbreviation: DEC)
• MOUNT VERNON (about 60 miles; MOUNT VERNON, IL; Abbreviation: MVN)
• CAPITAL (about 62 miles; SPRINGFIELD, IL; Abbreviation: SPI)

Other public-use airports nearest to Ramsey:

• VANDALIA MUNI (about 12 miles; VANDALIA, IL; Abbreviation: VLA)
• HILLSBORO MUNI (about 24 miles; HILLSBORO, IL; Abbreviation: 3K4)
• SHELBY COUNTY (about 26 miles; SHELBYVILLE, IL; Abbreviation: 2H0)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Ramsey:

• MILLIKIN UNIVERSITY (about 49 miles; DECATUR, IL; Full-time enrollment: 2,274)
• LINCOLN LAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 54 miles; SPRINGFIELD, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,756)
• UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT SPRINGFIELD (about 54 miles; Springfield, IL; Full-time enrollment: 2,357)
• LAKE LAND COLLEGE (about 56 miles; MATTOON, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,666)
• SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY-EDWARDSVILLE (about 65 miles; EDWARDSVILLE, IL; Full-time enrollment: 10,038)
• EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY (about 70 miles; CHARLESTON, IL; Full-time enrollment: 9,582)
• SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE (about 72 miles; BELLEVILLE, IL; Full-time enrollment: 7,333)

Public high school in Ramsey:

• RAMSEY HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 139; Location: 716 W 6TH ST; Grades: 09 – 12)

Private high school in Ramsey:

• OAK VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (Students: 3; Location: 15205 OAK VALLEY RD; Grades: 8 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Ramsey:

• RAMSEY ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 381; Location: 610 W 6TH ST; Grades: PK – 08)

Libraries

Library in Ramsey:

• RAMSEY P.L. (Operating income: $55,562; Location: 401 S. SUPERIOR ST; 1,700 books; 25 serial subscriptions)