Niantic, IL is a small village located in Macon County with an estimated population of 564. It has a population density of 20 people per square mile which is much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. People who live in Niantic enjoy a variety of outdoor activities year-round and have access to various organizations and local sporting events. Popular businesses in the area include The Castaways Bar & Grill, Griesbach's Auto Service, Niantic Market, and Hovey Industries, Inc. People can spend their free time outdoors fishing at Lake Decatur or hiking at Rock Springs Conservation Area. The local high school also offers competitive sports teams such as football, basketball, baseball, and softball for those interested in sports. Additionally, there are many clubs and organizations that serve the community including the Macon County 4-H Council and the Niantic Lions Club.
The population in Niantic (zip 62551) is 564. There are 21 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Niantic (zip 62551) is 37.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Niantic (zip 62551) is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Niantic (zip 62551)
- 52.2% are married
- 17.3% are divorced
- 21.5% are married with children
- 19.4% have children, but are single
Race in Niantic (zip 62551)
- 94.3% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 5.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander