Living in Christian County, Illinois

Christian County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 33,642. The main communities are Taylorville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,573/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $104K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 41°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Christian County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.