De Soto, IL

Illinois · Jackson County

De Soto is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,701. Residents earn $52,131 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,701 Population 1,869/sq mi density

$52,131 Median Income $27,825 per capita

$88,800 Home Value $126,323 Zillow

$749 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent

56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

331 Violent Crime/100K 596 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$52,131 median income, 5.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$88,800 home value, $749/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

331 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)

Education

2.4 / 5.0

17.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $52,131

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $88,800

68% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 331/100K

13% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.4%

48% lower than US avg

Median Rent $749

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.0%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.2%

50% lower than US avg

How De Soto Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,701

Median Age35.7 yrs

Density1,869/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$52,131

Per Capita$27,825

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty6.2%

County GDP$3,297M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$88,800

Rent$749

Ownership45.1%

Zillow$126,323

Housing Units804

Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

Violent331/100K

Property596/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault331/100K

Burglary265/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking18.0%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain44.0 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation401 ft (122 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.4%

High School+90.1%

Graduate+7.8%

School Score4.78

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%

Commute18 min

Broadband90.0%

EV Stations8

Libraries3

Is De Soto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Soto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. De Soto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Soto is $52,131, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Soto is $88,800, 68% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in De Soto is below the national average at 331 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 596 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

De Soto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

De Soto has a population of 1,701 with a density of 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.4% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 27.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,701

Total Population

1,869

People / sq mi

35.7yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%

Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

De Soto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.4%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.6%

96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

De Soto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Soto is $52,131, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,825 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,085, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: De Soto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,131
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,825
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,085
IRS Avg AGI	$62,530
Gini Index	0.514 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	6.2%
	50% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,137
County GDP	$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants	133
Healthcare	182
Retail	177
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,688
	91% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.2 min
Drive Alone	76.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in De Soto is $88,800, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,323, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 45.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 804 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $6,688 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$88,800
	68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$126,323

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$749
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	45.1%
Owner-Occupied	45.1%
Renter-Occupied	54.9%
Housing Units	804
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,688
	91% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.53%

In De Soto, 42.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 32.9% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.4% report binge drinking. 25.5% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:618. The dentist ratio is 1:1,096. 78.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: De Soto vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.0%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.4%
Physical Inactivity	25.5%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	20.3%
Physical Distress	14.6%
Short Sleep	38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.6%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Primary Care	1:618
Dentists	1:1,096
Mental Health	1:212
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	56.5%
Premature Death	10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	78.3%
Healthcare Facilities	182

De Soto has a violent crime rate of 331 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 331.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 596 per 100,000, 70% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 331, burglary at 265, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, De Soto receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: De Soto vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	331.1/100K
	13% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	331.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	596.0/100K
	70% below US avg
Burglary	264.9/100K
Theft	331.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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De Soto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 401 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	56.4°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	401 ft (122 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	1,869/sq mi
Coordinates	37.8157°N, 89.2270°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Jackson County County
Nearest Airport	Cape Girardeau Regional (CGI) 47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"

16% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 4.80"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	87.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	76.6 / 100
Community Resilience	65.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Moderate
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Very High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

213 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Apr 18, 2008	7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M5.2	137 km
Sep 26, 1990	4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri	M4.8	81 km
Apr 18, 2008	9 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M4.7	139 km
Jun 18, 2002	6 km SW of Parkers Settlement, Indiana	M4.6	131 km
May 4, 1991	2 km NNW of Risco, Missouri	M4.5	148 km
Feb 5, 1994	2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois	M4.2	50 km
Jun 6, 2003	1 km NE of Bardwell, Kentucky	M4.0	106 km
Apr 21, 2008	7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M4.0	138 km
Feb 21, 2012	4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri	M3.9	106 km
Jun 7, 2011	18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri	M3.9	150 km
Dec 7, 2000	7 km W of Evansville, Indiana	M3.9	141 km
Sep 19, 2017	4 km N of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.8	134 km
Apr 25, 2008	8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.7	138 km
Mar 2, 2010	2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri	M3.7	115 km
Nov 20, 2012	7 km N of Bellmont, Illinois	M3.6	136 km
Jan 2, 2006	3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois	M3.6	71 km
Jun 20, 2005	4 km WSW of Blandville, Kentucky	M3.6	101 km
Mar 15, 2017	9 km ESE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.6	104 km
Jul 16, 2004	6 km SE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.5	106 km
May 1, 2016	5 km SE of New Grand Chain, Illinois	M3.5	70 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

552 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 68 fatalities, 1,042 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957	EF5	30 km	1
Feb 28, 2017	EF4	69 km	1
Nov 17, 2013	EF4	70 km	2
Feb 29, 2012	EF4	53 km	8
Sep 22, 2006	EF4	55 km	0
May 6, 2003	EF4	63 km	2
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	82 km	1
May 29, 1982	EF4	9 km	10
Dec 18, 1957	EF4	53 km	1
Dec 18, 1957	EF4	26 km	11
May 26, 2024	EF3	32 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	86 km	3
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	99 km	0
Sep 22, 2006	EF3	78 km	0
Mar 11, 2006	EF3	68 km	2
May 6, 2003	EF3	62 km	0
Apr 28, 2002	EF3	50 km	1
Apr 28, 2002	EF3	68 km	0
Apr 27, 2002	EF3	100 km	1
Apr 21, 2002	EF3	74 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (2,286 ac, 2019).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2019	UNNAMED	2,286	75 km
2021	RED SHALE UNIT RX	2,123	20 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,627	47 km
2019	ATWOOD RIDGE RX	1,622	47 km
2021	GAP VIEW RX	1,575	74 km
2022	DENNISON HOLLOW RX	1,573	73 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,510	64 km
2022	ONE HORSE GAP RX	1,502	76 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,493	73 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,447	73 km
2021	BEATTY BRANCH RX	1,396	74 km
2020	UNNAMED	1,334	67 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,299	76 km
2024	RED SHALE RX	1,259	21 km
2017	UNNAMED	1,257	57 km
2021	OZARK HILL PRAIRIE RX	1,235	57 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,216	77 km
2019	KINKAID RX	1,215	19 km
2013	UNNAMED	1,203	75 km
2022	KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX	1,115	19 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (1°C)	2.8 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	3.0 in
March	46°F (8°C)	4.6 in
April	56°F (14°C)	4.3 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	4.1 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (15°C)	3.1 in
November	47°F (8°C)	4.3 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.9 in

De Soto has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 33°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (2.8").

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De Soto is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 17.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51% of the vote, a 3.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 182 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%

D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.4%
	48% below US avg
High School+	90.1%
Graduate Degree+	7.8%
School Test Score	4.78

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density	1,869/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi
County	Jackson County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.0%
Avg Download Speed	72.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	11
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	182
Restaurants	133
Retail Stores	177

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.2 min
Drive Alone	76.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.8%

Average costs for common services in De Soto. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit	$350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$400)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$350)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install	$7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair	$1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement	$9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense	$5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation	$500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation	$2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread	$3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$400)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,144
Toddler	$945
Preschool	$801
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$814
Toddler	$686
Preschool	$686

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,653	116	$64,448	1.28
Retail Trade	2,778	165	$31,387	1.10
Accommodation & Food Services	2,257	137	$21,733	0.98
Construction	1,210	94	$68,220	0.91
Manufacturing	1,059	43	$55,376	0.51
Finance & Insurance	691	54	$110,743	0.67
Other Services	536	108	$32,383	0.70
Professional & Technical Services	454	94	$54,539	0.26
Transportation & Warehousing	346	30	$53,976	0.32
Real Estate	320	66	$35,331	0.82
Educational Services	145	14	$29,638	0.28
Arts & Entertainment	140	26	$27,532	0.33
Information & Technology	84	16	$53,793	0.18

Schools in De Soto

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
DeSoto Elementary School	Elementary	180	19	9.5:1

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Radio Stations near De Soto

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
ALT2K	2000s, alternative	AAC 24 kbps
WCIL FM	—	AAC 48 kbps
Newsradio WJPF	news, talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near De Soto

13 campgrounds found near De Soto.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
NORTH MARCUM DAY USE AREA	5.0/5	2	$30
SOUTH MARCUM DAY USE	5.0/5	1	$30
SPILLWAY GROUP AREA	5.0/5	1	$150
SOUTH SANDUSKY DAY USE	4.7/5	2	$30
SOUTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND	4.6/5	127	$16–$26
NORTH SANDUSKY CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	97	$18–$26
SOUTH MARCUM CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	160	$16–$44
GUN CREEK	4.4/5	101	$18–$30
NORTH SANDUSKY DAY-USE	4.3/5	2	$30
DALE MILLER YOUTH	3.8/5	1	$150
DAM WEST AREA (DAY-USE)	3.7/5	1	$30
SHAGBARK GROUP AREA	3.7/5	1	$150
Devils Kitchen Group Pavilion	—	1	$45

National Parks Near De Soto

13 national parks and monuments found near De Soto.

Park	Type	Fee
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site	State Park	Free
Fort De Chartres State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Defiance Park	State Park	Free
Frank Holten State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway Arch National Park	National Park	$19
Horshoe Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park	State Park	Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct	State Park	Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Trail Of Tears State Park	State Park	Free
Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site	State Park	Free

Trails Near De Soto

89 trails found near De Soto.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL	14.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
434	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR CREEK	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RANBARGER HOLLOW	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GODWIN	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GUM RIDGE	3.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WATERFALL	3.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHITE PINE	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GODWIN	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLEAR SPRINGS/ILLINOIS OZARK	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK TRAIL	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HUTCHINS CREEK	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH RIPPLE HOLLOW	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FOUNTAIN BLUFF	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LAKE	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH RIPPLE HOLLOW	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ILLINOIS OZARK/HARD TIMES	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KING HOLLOW	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD KNOB	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LIRLEY CEMETERY	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE TRAIL	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOGWOOD FLATS	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BALD KNOB WEST	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LYERLA CHAPEL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DUTCHMAN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
VICK HILL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PINE KNOB TRAIL	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
001M5	1.4	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DEER RUN TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRIDGE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WOLF DEN HOLLOW LOOP	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BRIDGEMAN	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
390A	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIPPLE HOLLOW	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LEAD MINE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER LOOP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST CEDAR LAKE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
235A	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
390A	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE RANCH TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INSPIRATION POINT	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
235A	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
390A	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BUTTERMILK TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OAKWOOD BOTTOMS POND TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
392	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH SPUR	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRIGG TOWER	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KAOLIN TRAIL	0.6	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
393	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LINCOLN MEMORIAL	0.6	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE GRAND CANYON	0.6	AC- ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
WATERING HOLE (JOHNSON CREEK)	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ILLINOIS OZARK/HARD TIMES	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SHORELINE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KINKAID WILDLIFE LOOP	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SPRING HOUSE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRIGG	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ILLINOIS OZARK/HARD TIMES	0.4	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
390A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
399	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POMONA NATURAL BRIDGE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LIRLEY CEMETERY	0.2	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CROOKED TREE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OAKWOOD BOTTOM INTERP. BDWLK	0.2	OTHER	Yes	—	—
LITTLE CEDAR LOOP	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Historical Trends — De Soto

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,591	$37,500
2015	1,570	$38,688
2017	1,541	$41,926
2019	1,509	$43,333
2021	1,392	$47,976
2023	1,398	$52,131

Museums in De Soto

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
SCIENCE CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		6185295431	$135,497
GENERAL JOHN A LOGAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	1613 EDITH ST	6186843455	$79,357
R. BUCKMINSTER FULLER DOME HOME	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6185493663	$62,716
WEST FRANKLIN HISTORICAL DISTRICT AND SILKWOOD INN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM			$18,753
BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6184572217
CARTERVILLE CITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6189853091
COMMUNITY CONSERVATION BOTANICAL GARDEN OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6185495833
FRANKLIN COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6184355777
GARDENS AT SIUE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		8883285168
HARRISON HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6189888462
HARVEY PITTS WATERFOWL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6185423562
HERRIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6186874388
LONGSHADOW GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	83 LONGSHADOW LANE
MULKEYTOWN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7570 MULKEYTOWN ROAD	6187241156
PEARSON MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2175458017
SCIENCE CENTER OF SOUTHERN ILLINOIS	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	1237 EAST MAIN STREET #1048
UNIVERSITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6184535388

Libraries in De Soto

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CARBONDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY	405 WEST MAIN STREET	162,372
HERRIN CITY LIBRARY	120 NORTH 13TH STREET	41,777
ANNE WEST LINDSAY DISTRICT LIBRARY	600 NORTH DIVISION STREET	37,356
SALLIE LOGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	1808 WALNUT STREET	35,000
DUQUOIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	28 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET	18,300
RICK WARREN MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	114 SOUTH FOURTH STREET	7,143
CHRISTOPHER PUBLIC LIBRARY	202 EAST MARKET STREET	6,117
ZEIGLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	102 EAST MARYLAND STREET	6,018
ROYALTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	305 SOUTH DEAN STREET	2,414

Farmers Markets in De Soto

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cannon Park Community Market	120 N. Greenbriar Rd.	05/07/2014 to 10/22/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Carbondale Community Friday Night Fair	51 N & 13 W	05/03/2013 to 06/28/2013	Fri: 6:00 PM-9:00 PM;		Visit
Carbondale Farmers' Market	2101 W. Main St	04/04/2015 to 11/28/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Community Farmers Market- Downtown	Washington Street and Jackson St		Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Desoto Community Farmers Market	101 W. Main Street	06/07/2016 to 10/25/2016	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Du Quion Farmers Market	Keyes Park at Park and Divisions
Farmer's Market of Carbondale, Illinois	Westown Mall	04/01/2015 to 11/28/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Herrin Farmers Market	400 N. Park Ave	05/21/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Murphysboro Farmers' Market	12th Street from Walnut to Chestnut.	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Winter-Indoor Community Farmers Market	1301 E. Walnut		Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in De Soto

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Big Muddy Brewing	Brewers	1430 N 7th St	6186848833	Visit
Copper Dragon Brewing Co	solrjson:[\\"Illinois, Brewery products manufacturing machinery, commercial, Bars & Clubs, Carbondal	700 E Grand Ave	6185293348, 6185492319	Visit
Hickory Ridge Vineyard	Wineries, Vineyards, Brewers	1598 Hickory Rdg Rd	6188931700
Jakob Von Vineyard	Wineries, Vineyards, Brewers	230 Highway 127	6188934600
Stratch Brewing Co	Brewers	264 Thompson Rd	6184261415
Von Jakob Winery Brewery	Wineries & Vineyards, Food & Drink, Breweries	230 Illinois 127	6188934600

Cell Towers in De Soto

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
5770 SATCH ROAD	TOWER	113
5770 SATCH ROAD	TOWER	113
153 Stave Mill Road	TOWER	45
153 Stave Mill Road	TOWER	45

Fire Stations in De Soto

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bush Volunteer Fire Department	406 Poplar AVE	Volunteer			618-987-2180
DeSoto Township Fire Protection District	210 W Lincoln	Volunteer			618-867-2315

Bridges in De Soto

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2001	364	6,250	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	151	5,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	391	450	F
Frame	Concrete	2003	22	200	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2017	44	150	G

Amtrak Stations in De Soto

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Carbondale, IL	401 South Illinois Avenue	TRAIN
Du Quoin, IL	20 North Chestnut Street	TRAIN

Airports Near De Soto

44 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport	CGI	Medium Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica Airport	BLV	Medium Airport
Southern Illinois Airport	MDH	Medium Airport
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois	MWA	Medium Airport
Adams Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Benton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bickel Airport	—	Small Airport
Brammeier Airport	—	Small Airport
Cache River Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Centralia Municipal Airport	ENL	Small Airport
Davy Jones Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Dixon Springs Restricted Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Dury Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Gelfius International Airport	—	Small Airport
Hams Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrisburg-Raleigh Airport	HSB	Small Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Hepp Airport	—	Small Airport
Herschel Hunter Airport	—	Small Airport
Keil Airport	—	Small Airport
Kellums Airport	—	Small Airport
Lambert Airport	—	Small Airport
Lindauer Airport	—	Small Airport
Lost Hill Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
McLeansboro Airport	—	Small Airport
Metropolis Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mooseberry Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Vernon Outland Airport	MVN	Small Airport
Panther Field	—	Small Airport
Perryville Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin Airport	—	Small Airport
Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Prince STOLport	—	Small Airport
Rendleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Schaller Airport	—	Small Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Shubert Airport	—	Small Airport
Skillet Fork Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Sparta Community Airport - Hunter Field	SAR	Small Airport
Twenhafel Field	—	Small Airport
Voges Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Wildy Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in De Soto

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Carterville Police Station
City of Carbondale Public Safety Center	501 South Washington Street
De Soto Police	200 W Lincoln St,
Herrin Police Department	321 North 14th Street
Illinois State Police Troop 10 - Du Quoin Post	1391 South Washington Street
Jackson County Sheriff`S Office	1001 Mulberry Street

Grocery Stores in De Soto

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 14043	Other	16019 N US Highway 51

Post Offices in De Soto

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in De Soto

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Centerstone of Illinois - Carbondale South	Both	618-457-6703
CRHPC Comprehensive Behav Health Ctr - Christopher Rural Health Planning Corp	Substance Abuse	618-790-2146
Gateway Foundation - Carbondale	Substance Abuse	618-529-1151 x2900
Perry County Counseling Center Inc - Outpatient Treatment Services	Both	618-542-4357
Shawnee Healthcare - Carbondale	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200
Shawnee Healthcare - Carbondale OB GYN	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200
Shawnee Healthcare - Carterville	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200
Shawnee Healthcare - Murphysboro	Substance Abuse	618-519-9200

Churches & Religious Organizations in De Soto

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABUNDANT HARVEST CHRISTIAN CENTER	357 LAVERN RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About De Soto

What is the population of De Soto?

De Soto has a population of 1,701 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is De Soto expensive to live in?

De Soto has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $52,131, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,800 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is De Soto safe?

De Soto is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 331 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 596 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, De Soto receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in De Soto?

De Soto enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in De Soto?

The unemployment rate in De Soto is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,085. There are 1,137 business establishments in the area, including 133 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in De Soto?

The median home value in De Soto is $88,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,323. For renters, the median monthly rent is $749. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 45.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,688.

How are the schools in De Soto?

Schools in De Soto have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 17.4% of adults in De Soto hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is De Soto?

The obesity rate in De Soto is 42.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 25.5% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 78.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:618.

What is transportation like in De Soto?

The average commute in De Soto is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of De Soto?

The racial and ethnic makeup of De Soto is 91.7% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 99.4% of residents speak only English at home. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 27.1% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cambria, IL 1,271 pop · 6.4 mi Carbondale, IL 21,813 pop · 6.5 mi Murphysboro, IL 6,804 pop · 6.7 mi Royalton, IL 1,076 pop · 7.5 mi Carterville, IL 5,822 pop · 8.6 mi Crainville, IL 1,614 pop · 10.1 mi Herrin, IL 12,271 pop · 10.8 mi Zeigler, IL 1,325 pop · 11.3 mi Energy, IL 1,171 pop · 11.5 mi Du Quoin, IL 5,780 pop · 12.9 mi Christopher, IL 2,413 pop · 14.3 mi Johnston City, IL 3,351 pop · 16.3 mi Marion, IL 16,796 pop · 16.6 mi West Frankfort, IL 7,156 pop · 17.2 mi

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