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Sangamon County
City in Illinois, United States
Overview
Sangamon County, anchored by Springfield, is a hub of history, government, and Midwest hospitality in central Illinois. Known for Abraham Lincoln landmarks and a relaxed pace, it's a quintessential American small metropolis with leafy neighborhoods, rich local culture, and lakeside recreation opportunities.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Illinois
Population
196,343
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
39.76°, -89.66°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
62
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,205
Local Cost
$1,390
Local Income
$3,200
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
11.5°C
Summer Avg
23.7°C
Winter Avg
-1.7°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-28.0°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1001 mm
City Vibrancy
18
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
12
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
SPI
Distance
10 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 81/100.
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