Panama, IL is a small town located in Mason County. With its population of 246 people, it has a population density of 831 people per square mile. Panama is home to a variety of businesses, including the Panama Barber Shop, the Panama Country Store, and the Panama Post Office. For outdoor activities, residents can take advantage of fishing spots like Plum Tree Lake and hunting areas like the Suhre Wildlife Management Area. There are also several local organizations such as the Mason County Historical Society and Friends of the Library that are dedicated to preserving and promoting local culture and heritage. For entertainment, locals can participate in or watch events such as the Annual Panama Car Show or take part in sporting events hosted by local schools like Mason County High School.
The population in Panama is 246. There are 660 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Panama is 54.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Panama is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Panama
- 50.9% are married
- 18.4% are divorced
- 22.8% are married with children
- 19.3% have children, but are single
Race in Panama
- 97.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander