Elwin
Census-designated place in Macon County, Illinois

Elwin is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Macon County, Illinois, with 119 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 712 ft (217 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Boody, 3.8 miles W.
- 119residents (2020 Census)
- 712 ftelevation · 217 m
- 0.8 sq miland area · 2.2 km²
- 143 / sq mipopulation density
- 62532ZIP code
About Elwin
Elwin is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in South Wheatland Township, Macon County, Illinois, United States. It was first listed as a CDP in 2020, with a population of 119.
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- Median home value
- $122,200
- Median age
- 67.4
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Elwin had 119 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 119 |
|---|---|
| Density | 143 per sq mi (55 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Elwin at a glance
| State | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|
| County | Macon County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 119 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.83 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.7762° N, 88.9776° W |
| ZIP code | 62532 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1723919 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Elwin
- Boody3.8 mi W
- Macon4.8 mi S
- Mount Zion4.9 mi E
- Decatur6.0 mi N
- Harristown6.4 mi NW
- Long Creek7.2 mi E
- Blue Mound9.1 mi SW
- Dalton City9.9 mi SE
- Forsyth10.4 mi N
- Moweaqua10.7 mi S
- Niantic11.3 mi NW
- Warrensburg11.7 mi NW
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Frequently asked questions about Elwin
What county is Elwin in?
Elwin is in Macon County, Illinois.
What is the population of Elwin, IL?
119 people lived in Elwin at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Elwin, IL?
The ZIP code of Elwin is 62532.
What is the elevation of Elwin?
712 feet (217 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Elwin?
Boody (3.8 mi), Macon (4.8 mi), Mount Zion (4.9 mi), Decatur (6.0 mi), Harristown (6.4 mi).
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