Stronghurst, Illinois
Village · Population 772 · #722 in Illinois
About Stronghurst
Stronghurst, IL is a tiny community located in western Illinois with an estimated population of 772.
Officially, Stronghurst is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.87 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 887 residents per square mile.
📰 Stronghurst News Today
- Ted Stull Obituary (2026) - Stronghurst, IL - Mississippi Valley Publishing Legacy obituary · Aug 13
- Louise Pratt Obituary Jul 23, 2026 McGuire & Davies Funeral Home and Crematory · Jul 23
- Obituary | Catherine "Cathy" Shea of B schrader.com · Jul 4
- Mary Maxine Reischling Bird Obituary – Stronghurst, IL (1930–2026) WGIL · Jan 4
- Drew Baldridge Headlining Henderson County Fair Radio Monmouth, IL · Jan 13
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What Makes Stronghurst Unique
- The only place in America named Stronghurst — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in western Illinois, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Illinois — one of 1,461 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🏫 Schools in Stronghurst
- West Central Middle School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIllinois
TypeVillage
Population (2024)772
Rank in state#722 of 1,294
Land area0.87 sq mi
Density887/sq mi
Coordinates40.7462, -90.9094