Profile for Golconda, Illinois, IL

Golconda is on the Ohio River.

Once known as Lusk's Ferry

Local festivals include:

• Deer Festival - Nov. 15-18, 2007
• Fall Festival - Oct. 14, 2007
• Shrimp Festival - Sept. 15, 2007

Nearby parks & recreation: Dixon Springs State Park, Golconda Marina

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Cemeteries (41)

Communities (1)

Libraries (2)

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29% of Golconda residents report German ancestry, and 16% report Irish. For more info on local ancestry groups, see the Golconda ancestry & family history guide.

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At the time of the 2000 census, the per capita income in Golconda was $14,698, compared with $21,587 nationally.

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9% of Golconda residents age 25 and older have a bachelor's or advanced college degree.

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Golconda festival dates:

• Deer Festival - Nov. 15-18, 2007
• Fall Festival - Oct. 14, 2007
• Shrimp Festival - Sept. 15, 2007

Dates often change. Check with local tourism officials to be sure.

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Historic districts in Golconda include Golconda Historic District ... View historic districts

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Median rent in Golconda, at the time of the 2000 Census, was $153.   Monthly homeowner costs, for people with mortgages, were $541.

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Libraries in Golconda include Golconda Public Library ... View libraries

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Pope County supported George W. Bush in the 2004 presidential election. For more information, see our Golconda political report.

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The average commute time for Golconda workers is 26 minutes, compared with 26 minutes nationwide.

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