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Central
A village of 1,081 people in Illinois
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Outdoors in Central
Parks & trails →Conserved land3.4%12 of 361 acres
Trails0.4 mi0.7 mi per sq mi
Parks & preserves111 conserved acres per 1,000 residents
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About Central
Village in Illinois, United States1,098Population
0.6 sq miArea
Central City is a village in Marion County, Illinois, United States. The population was 1,098 at the 2020 census.
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Housing in Central
$69K▲ 7.8% in a year Typical home value · Zillow
The typical Central home is worth about $69,000, up 7.8% in a year, 77% below the Illinois typical home.
Only 2 sales in March 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
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