Percy, Illinois, located in Randolph County, has a population of 1,718 people and a population density of 44 people per square mile. The town has a number of local businesses to serve the community including Thole's Mini Mart for convenience items and supplies; C&R Repair for auto repairs; Hanson Lumber & Building Supplies for building materials; and Hartke's Market for fresh produce. Year-round outdoor activities in Percy include fishing and boating at Lake Kinkaid, hiking and biking on the trails at Beaucoup Creek Park, or camping at Giant City State Park. Other organizations in the area include the Percy Library District, Kenneth D. Owens Post 825 and American Legion Auxiliary, and St. Joseph Catholic Church. Local sporting events happen annually at the Randolph County Fairgrounds such as local rodeos, horse shows, 4-H shows, NASCAR events, and tractor pulls.
The population in Percy (zip 62272) is 1,718. There are 45 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Percy (zip 62272) is 31.1, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Percy (zip 62272) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Percy (zip 62272)
- 50.8% are married
- 18.1% are divorced
- 30.2% are married with children
- 11.4% have children, but are single
Race in Percy (zip 62272)
- 92.5% are White
- 1.2% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander