Capron, IL is a small village situated in Boone County, Illinois. With a population of 1,557 people and a population density of 1,733 people per square mile, Capron is the perfect size to enjoy some peace and quiet. The peacefulness of the village is reflected in its local businesses; there are plenty of options for groceries including Richview Food Center, restaurants like Café Lucy's and Capron Corner Cafe as well as speciality shops like Lola's Floral Boutique. Year-round outdoor activities abound in Capron with access to the Kishwaukee River and beautiful parks including Townsend Park and Fair Oaks Park. Other local organizations include Lion's Club and Kiwanis Club. Local sporting events are available at Capron Athletic Field during the warmer months with teams competing from all over northern Illinois.
The population in Capron is 1,557. There are 2,009 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Capron is 29.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Capron is 3.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Capron
- 40.3% are married
- 13.5% are divorced
- 55.7% are married with children
- 14.9% have children, but are single
Race in Capron
- 53.5% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 44.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander