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Taylorville, IL

Taylorville is a city in and the county seat of Christian County, Illinois, United States. According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Taylorville has a total area of 12.23 square miles (31.68 km²), of which 10.32 square miles (26.73 km²) (or 84.38%) is land and 1.91 square miles (4.95 km²) (or 15.62%) is water.

Taylorville was founded on May 24, 1839, and was named after John Taylor, a planning commissioner for the state of Illinois.

Taylorville was known (in the early to mid-1990s) to have had a high rate of neuroblastoma, a cancer affecting the adrenal gland and striking children. The local power company Central Illinois Public Service Company was sued and lost for contaminating the groundwater in 1994.

Some outer homes and a business in Taylorville were damaged by an F1 tornado on April 2, 2006. On August 11, 2012, a Beechcraft Model 18 airplane crashed into a residential area of Taylorville, killing the pilot but injuring one on the ground. A subsequent NTSB investigation into the accident concluded that an improper flap configuration and failure to maintain the correct airspeed due to pilot error resulted in the crash.

At about 5:15 PM on December 1, 2018, as part of the December 2018 tornado outbreak, an intense tornado hit Taylorville. The tornado injured at least 26 residents and damaged more than 600 homes and businesses, 34 of which were destroyed. Damage surveys by the National Weather Service rated the tornado EF3 with winds over 155 mph (249 km/h).

The IHSA single-season boys' basketball record of 45–0 was set by Taylorville High School in 1944. Ron Bontemps and Johnny Orr were team members. In 1911, the Taylorville Christians were a member of the Illinois–Missouri League, an American minor league baseball league. Future Baseball Hall of Famer Ray Schalk played on that team.

Health and wellness are paramount in Taylorville, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Taylorville Memorial Hospital stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Get certified in first aid and CPR through courses offered by the American Red Cross of Illinois. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Taylorville Park District offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include The Lock-Up Gym and Get Yourself Motivated. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Taylorville, such as the Lincoln Prairie Trail and Marina Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Taylorville, IL are Christian County Historical Society Museum, Lincoln Home National Historic Site, and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum.

Population: 10,263 (2024). ZIP code: 62568. Area codes: 217, 447. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Area: 12.22 sq mi (31.66 km²).

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What is the history of Taylorville, IL?

The town was named for John Taylor of Springfield, one of the commissioners who located it. The first house erected was a small frame building 12 x 12 feet with H. M. Vandeveer being the builder. It served as his residence, clerk's office, courtroom, etc. until a new courthouse could be built in 1840.

What is the crime rate in Taylorville, IL?

With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 4 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Taylorville is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 80% of America's communities). One's chance of becoming a victim of crime in Taylorville is one in 246. According to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime statistics, Taylorville is safer than 80% of the cities and towns in the US of all population sizes. In Illinois, only on the order of 32% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Taylorville.

Is Taylorville, IL a good place to live?

Taylorville is a town in Illinois with a population of 11,318. Taylorville is in Christian County. Living in Taylorville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Taylorville, there are a lot of bars. Many retirees live in Taylorville and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Taylorville are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Taylorville

Taylorville Memorial Hospital 

American Red Cross of Illinois

Taylorville Park District 

The Lock-Up Gym 

Get Yourself Motivated 

Lincoln Prairie Trail 

Marina Trail

Christian County Historical Society Museum

Lincoln Home National Historic Site

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

Smalltown Taylorville

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