Christopher, Illinois is a small town located in Franklin County with a population of 3,158. It is known for its rural charm and welcoming atmosphere. The city has a population density of 1,131 people per square mile. There are several businesses in town such as the Christopher Supermarket, Taylors Underground Bar and Grill and Leigh Anns Country Market. Year-round outdoor activities available to residents include fishing on Rend Lake, playing golf at the Elkville Golf Course or camping at nearby Giant City State Park. Residents also enjoy attending community events like the annual Christopher Homecoming Festival or taking part in local sporting events such as softball and basketball games hosted by the local high school. Other organizations in town include The Samuel Johnson Public Library, The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #914, and the Christian Civic League of America all of which offer activities and programs to benefit the community.
The population in Christopher (zip 62822) is 3,158. There are 1,174 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Christopher (zip 62822) is 42.7, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Christopher (zip 62822) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Christopher (zip 62822)
- 44.8% are married
- 16.1% are divorced
- 28.2% are married with children
- 17.5% have children, but are single
Race in Christopher (zip 62822)
- 97.9% are White
- 0.4% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander