Golconda, IL is a small rural community with a population of 784 people according to the 2019 U.S. Census. The population density of Golconda, IL is 1,267 people per square mile compared to 93 people per square mile for the United States as a whole. The small town charm of Golconda offers visitors many local businesses such as the Iron Horse Saloon, Whitley's Grocery Store and Adair's Restaurant. For year round outdoor activities, visitors can hike or bike through nearby Tower Rock State Park or take advantage of the incredible fishing opportunities on the Ohio River and other nearby lakes. For athletes and spectators alike, there are plenty of local sporting events taking place in and around Golconda such as cross country running meets at Shawnee National Forest and annual softball tournaments hosted by local organizations like the Golconda Athletic League.
The population in Golconda is 784. There are 1,597 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Golconda is 51.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Golconda is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Golconda
- 39.9% are married
- 20.2% are divorced
- 16.0% are married with children
- 26.7% have children, but are single
Race in Golconda
- 94.2% are White
- 1.6% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.4% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander