Edgar County Public RecordsIllinois

Edgar County, IL, has approximately 12,800 registered voters as of 2024. Elections include general, primary, consolidated, and local referenda, with voter turnout in the 2020 general election at 67%. The county typically favors Republican candidates (Trump received 76% in 2020). Key polling locations include the Paris American Legion and Kansas Community Center. Issues often involve school funding and property taxes. Elections are administered by the Edgar County Clerk’s office, overseeing 19 precincts. Major parties are Republican and Democrat. Recent results and polling site details are posted on the county website.

Edgar County, IL, has seven public schools serving approximately 2,000 students, including Paris Cooperative High School. About 87% of adults hold a high school diploma, while 15% possess a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are average, with minimal serious incidents reported annually. The district offers basic vocational and Advanced Placement programs but limited foreign language and STEM options. Average standardized test scores are slightly below the state median. Adult education is available through community outreach, with over 200 adults participating yearly in GED and continuing education programs.

As of 2022, Edgar County, IL, had an employment rate of approximately 57.5%. Leading industries include healthcare and social assistance (16.6%), manufacturing (15.2%), and retail trade (10.5%). The most common occupations are production (12.4%), office and administrative support (11.2%), and management (10.8%). About 77.8% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 21.3 minutes. Roughly 65% work within the county, while others travel to neighboring areas, notably Champaign and Vermilion counties for employment.

Edgar County, IL, has a homeownership rate of about 76%, with median property values around $91,000 (2022). The median gross rent is approximately $695 per month. Single-family homes dominate housing types, especially in towns like Paris. Recent years show modest property value growth of 2–3% annually. Neighborhoods are generally quiet and residential, with a mix of older and newer homes. Property tax rates average roughly 2% of assessed value, making taxes manageable compared to state averages. Affordable housing and low rental costs make Edgar County attractive for families and retirees.

Edgar County, IL, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the overall crime rate was approximately 12.7 incidents per 1,000 residents, with violent crimes (such as assault and robbery) accounting for about 1.6 per 1,000. Property crimes, including burglary and theft, made up the majority at 11.1 per 1,000. The county sheriff’s office actively promotes community policing and encourages crime reporting, contributing to a stable safety environment. Most incidents are minor, and ongoing efforts aim to keep crime rates below state averages for similarly sized communities.

As of 2022, Edgar County, IL, has approximately 16,000 residents. The median age is about 44 years, reflecting an aging population. Gender distribution is nearly even, with about 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The county is predominantly White (around 94%), with African Americans making up 2%, and other races, including Hispanic or Latino, totaling less than 4%.