Raleigh, IL is a small rural community with a population of 800 people. Located on the Macoupin and Montgomery County line, it is about 45 miles northeast of Springfield. The population density in Raleigh is 38 people per square mile, compared to the national average of 93 people per square mile.
The small town of Raleigh offers plenty of local businesses, activities, organizations and sporting events for its residents and visitors to enjoy. Some popular local businesses are the Country Market, where you can find fresh produce and groceries, and DeClue Implement sales & service which sells agricultural equipment. Year-round outdoor activities include golfing at Bunker Hill Golf Course or fishing for largemouth bass on Lake Litchfield. Organizations such as the 4-H club for youth development or the American Legion Auxiliary promote participation in community affairs while local sporting events like softball tournaments at Marissa Park provide entertainment for all ages.
The population in Raleigh (zip 62977) is 800. There are 41 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Raleigh (zip 62977) is 38.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Raleigh (zip 62977) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Raleigh (zip 62977)
- 55.3% are married
- 8.5% are divorced
- 29.9% are married with children
- 8.5% have children, but are single
Race in Raleigh (zip 62977)
- 99.9% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander