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Forsyth, IL is a small city located in Macon County with an estimated population of 3,674. With a population density of 1,115 people per square mile, Forsyth provides a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere for its residents. The local businesses in Forsyth include K & B Trading Company, M & M Auto Parts, and JT Barbecue Smokehouse; they offer unique shopping experiences for locals and visitors alike. There are also many year-round outdoor activities available in Forsyth, including snowboarding at Snowy Mountain Ski Area, camping at Chimney Rock State Park or fishing at Lake Shelbyville. For those looking to get more involved within the community, there are several organizations such as the Forsyth Lions Club and the Forsyth Community Center that strive to make Forsyth as vibrant as possible. As far as sports go, you can catch some great high school football games at Forsyth High School or take part in some friendly competitions held by the city's recreational department. No matter what your interests may be, Forsyth has something for everyone!

The population in Forsyth is 3,674. There are 1,182 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Forsyth is 41.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Forsyth is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Forsyth
- 72.2% are married
- 6.4% are divorced
- 34.9% are married with children
- 3.2% have children, but are single
Race in Forsyth

- 86.3% are White
- 2.7% are Black
- 7.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

   Estimated Total Population by Age

  PeopleForsyth, IllinoisUnited States
  3,674.0329,725,481.0
  47.2%50.5%
  52.8%49.5%
  41.538.4
 
  3,474.0326,569,308.0
  3,500.0309,327,143.0
  2,434.0285,036,114.0
  1,275.0251,960,433.0
  42.4%15.6%
  171.8%30.8%
 
  1182.193.4
  3.1083531905.423
  0264836.791
 
  91.1%59.4%
  0.6%12.2%
  3.8%5.6%
  0.0%0.6%
  0.0%0.2%
  0.0%0.4%
  2.9%3.2%
  1.7%18.4%
 
  72.2%49.8%
  72.2%48.0%
  0.0%1.8%
  27.8%50.2%
  17.1%33.8%
  5.0%10.8%
  5.8%5.6%
 
  2.72.6
  1,356.0124,010,992.0
  1,049.080,755,759.0
  39.8%30.5%
  55.9%42.9%
  307.043,255,233.0
  3.5%15.8%
  0.9%10.8%
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Over 10 years ago

If you are moving to the Decatur area, Forsyth is a great community. Forsyth is close to the interstate if you have to commute. The schools are newly built and  More

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I have been a resident of Forsyth for two wonderful years. In addition to being a very clean / low crime town, Forsyth has a great sense of civic pride. The town is  More

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