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History, Hospitality, and Hometown Charm in Illinois
Piatt County offers a quintessential small-town American experience, characterized by close-knit communities, historic downtowns, and vast agricultural landscapes. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community pride runs deep.
City Snapshot
Population
16,673
County
Piatt County
Timezone
America/Chicago
Median Income
$81,151
Quick Numbers
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Veterans Crisis Line
Kirby Medical Center
Piatt County Nursing Home
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