Carlinville, IL is a small rural town located in Macoupin County, with a population of 5,719 according to the 2019 US Census. With a population density of 1616 people per square mile, Carlinville provides visitors and locals alike with an abundance of outdoor recreational activities as well as unique local businesses to explore. In town you will find many popular restaurants such as Murphys Pub & Grub or Nick’s Pizza, which are known for their delicious food options and friendly staff. For those looking for something more active, Carlinville offers activities like kayaking at Pirate’s Creek or horseback riding at Big Oaks Ranch. The town is also home to several organizations including the Carlinville Chamber of Commerce, St. John Catholic Church, and First Presbyterian Church of Carlinville. Additionally, during the summer months residents can enjoy local sporting events such as the Carlinville Summer Baseball League games held at Loveless Park ball fields every Tuesday and Thursday night.
The population in Carlinville is 5,719. There are 1,699 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Carlinville is 40.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Carlinville is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Carlinville
- 40.3% are married
- 13.8% are divorced
- 35.3% are married with children
- 7.8% have children, but are single
Race in Carlinville
- 91.8% are White
- 3.3% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander