Byron, IL is a small city located in Ogle County. With a population of just over 3,700 people and a population density of 1,021 people per square mile, it provides an intimate environment for families to call home. The local businesses are varied and plentiful including the popular Benjin's Bar & Grill, the Byron Pharmacy, and the hardware store called Byrons Tools & Supplies. Year-round outdoor activities range from biking on the various trails around town to fishing in Hononegah Lake which is walking distance from downtown. Other organizations include the Byron 5K Race that takes place every fall as well as youth sports teams such as baseball and basketball teams at the local schools. Additionally there are many residents who come out to enjoy sporting events like soccer tournaments, golf tournaments, and softball games which are hosted throughout the year.
The population in Byron is 3,740. There are 1,047 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Byron is 35.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Byron is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Byron
- 46.2% are married
- 10.9% are divorced
- 50.5% are married with children
- 14.1% have children, but are single
Race in Byron
- 88.0% are White
- 0.9% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander