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About Preston
Township in Illinois, United StatesPreston Township is located in Richland County, Illinois. As of the 2010 census, its population was 1,247 and it contained 635 housing units. Before May 2, 1859, this locale was known as Douglas Township.
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Work & commute in Preston
Full picture →Most working residents leave Preston for work: only 1% work in town. The top destinations are Olney (29%), Olney (8%) and Flora (5%). Half commute less than 22 miles.
Health in Preston
Health Grade C+
Healthier than 39% of U.S. towns on seven CDC estimates, and 71% of towns with similar incomes.
Compared with Illinois
of 32 measures CDC estimates. The other 19 are too close to call.
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Natural hazards in Preston
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 62% of U.S. communities.
Climate in Preston
Full climate →Preston has chilly winters and warm summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 87°, a January night drops to 22°, and about 11 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
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