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Edwardsville, IL

Edwardsville is a city located in, and is the county seat of, Madison County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 26,808. The city was named in honor of Ninian Edwards, then Governor of the Illinois Territory. Edwardsville is a part of Southern Illinois and the Metro East region within Greater St. Louis, located 18 miles (29 km) northeast of downtown St. Louis.

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, the Edwardsville Arts Center, the Edwardsville Journal, the Madison County Record, and the Edwardsville Intelligencer are based here. Edwardsville High School and Metro-East Lutheran High School serve students in the area. Edwardsville also serves as the headquarters for Prairie Farms Dairy, one of the largest dairy cooperatives in the United States and ranked in the top 10 of the largest privately-held companies in the St. Louis region. The city is part of the Edwardsville School District, which also includes the villages of Glen Carbon, Hamel, and Moro, as well as the township areas around them.

According to the 2010 census, Edwardsville has an area of 20.165 square miles (52.23 km²), of which 19.56 square miles (50.66 km²) (or 97%) is land and 0.605 square miles (1.57 km²) (or 3%) is water.

In recent years, average temperatures in the county seat of Edwardsville have ranged from a low of 19 °F (−7 °C) in January to a high of 90 °F (32 °C) in July, although a record low of −27 °F (−33 °C) was recorded in January 1977 and a record high of 114 °F (46 °C) was recorded in July 2012. Average monthly precipitation ranged from 1.99 inches (51 mm) in January to 4.24 inches (108 mm) in May. Climate Zone 4A per the International Energy Conservation Code.

Edwardsville, IL offers a variety of health and wellness activities to keep residents active and engaged. The Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department also hosts numerous community events, fitness classes, and sports programs throughout the year​. For a more personalized fitness experience, Dynamic Wellness offers one-on-one personal training, nutritional education, and tailored workout plans​​. Those who enjoy outdoor activities can explore the scenic trails and natural beauty at Edwardsville Township Community Park and Watershed Nature Center, a perfect spot for walking and bird-watching. SIUE Campus Recreation provides a variety of fitness programs, including group exercise classes, intramural sports, and access to their state-of-the-art fitness center. Fitness enthusiasts can also visit Planet Fitness for a range of workout equipment and classes to meet all fitness levels.

Top Sites in Edwardsville, IL are Edwardsville Arts Center, Historic Leclaire Neighborhood, Watershed Nature Center, and Edwardsville Children's Museum.

Population: 26,808 (2020). ZIP Codes: 62025. Area code: 618. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Area: 20.50 sq mi (53.10 km²).

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Is Edwardsville, IL a nice place to live?

Edwardsville is a suburb of St. Louis with a population of 26,622. Edwardsville is in Madison County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Edwardsville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes.

What state is Edwardsville in?

Edwardsville, home to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is a city in Madison County, Illinois, United States. As of 2020, the population was 26,808. It is the county seat of Madison County.

What is the crime rate in Edwardsville, IL?

Edwardsville has an overall crime rate of 8 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Edwardsville is 1 in 126. How does Edwardsville fare compared to other communities in Illinois of all population sizes? Edwardsville's crime rate is lower than approximately 40% of Illinois communities.

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City of Edwardsville

Edwardsville Parks and Recreation Department

Dynamic Wellness

Watershed Nature Center

SIUE Campus Recreation

Planet Fitness

Edwardsville Arts Center

Historic Leclaire Neighborhood

Watershed Nature Center

Edwardsville Children's Museum

City of Edwardsville

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Simple Wikipedia

Neighborhoodscout

Edwardsville Township Community Park

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