Prophetstown, IL is a small rural town located in the Northwestern part of the state. With a population of just 1,799 people and a population density of 1,400 people per square mile, Prophetstown provides a unique and peaceful atmosphere that can't be found in many places. Local businesses here include the Prophetstown Cafe, which offers fresh and delicious home-cooked meals, and several shops like The General Store which sells various items from candy to hardware supplies. For year-round outdoor activities, there are nearby parks like Franklin Creek State Natural Area which offers stunning views of nature as well as plenty of trails for biking or walking. Other organizations include the Prophetstown Historical Society which hosts multiple events throughout the year to promote their local culture and history. Finally, when it comes to local sporting events there is an annual golf tournament held at North Whiteside Country Club that attracts golfers from around the area every summer.
The population in Prophetstown is 1,799. There are 1,312 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Prophetstown is 51.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Prophetstown is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Prophetstown
- 46.2% are married
- 12.7% are divorced
- 28.1% are married with children
- 15.9% have children, but are single
Race in Prophetstown
- 92.2% are White
- 1.8% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.4% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 3.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander