Gibson City
City in Ford County, Illinois

Gibson City is a city in Ford County, Illinois, with 3,475 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 751 ft (229 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Elliott, 5.4 miles E.
- 3,475residents (2020 Census)
- 751 ftelevation · 229 m
- 2.3 sq miland area · 6.0 km²
- 1,497 / sq mipopulation density
- 60936ZIP code
About Gibson City
Gibson City is a city in Ford County, Illinois, United States. The population was 3,475 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Gibson City
- Median household income
- $42,955
- Median home value
- $153,800
- Median rent
- $943/mo
- Median age
- 44.2
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Gibson City had 3,475 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 3,475 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,497 per sq mi (578 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Gibson City at a glance
| State | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|
| County | Ford County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 3,475 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.32 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km²) |
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.4668° N, 88.3792° W |
| ZIP code | 60936 |
| Official website | gibsoncityillinois.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1729125 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Gibson City
- Elliott5.4 mi E
- Foosland7.8 mi S
- Saybrook8.2 mi W
- Sibley8.3 mi N
- Melvin10.0 mi NE
- Fisher10.5 mi S
- Anchor10.9 mi NW
- Dewey11.4 mi SE
- Bellflower11.6 mi SW
- Strawn12.9 mi N
- Arrowsmith13.4 mi W
- Colfax14.2 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Gibson City
What county is Gibson City in?
Gibson City is in Ford County, Illinois.
What is the population of Gibson City, IL?
3,475 people lived in Gibson City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Gibson City, IL?
The ZIP code of Gibson City is 60936.
What is the elevation of Gibson City?
751 feet (229 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Gibson City?
Elliott (5.4 mi), Foosland (7.8 mi), Saybrook (8.2 mi), Sibley (8.3 mi), Melvin (10.0 mi).
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