Did you know?

The community has many homes built in the late 19th century, some of which are now part of an historic homes walking tour designed by P.R.I.D.E. in Paxton, a not-for-profit organization and charter member of the Illinois Main Street program.

Many of the home owners have garnered awards from various preservation and restoration societies for their efforts in maintaining the architectural heritage of these important landmarks.

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About the Paxton Area



If you are looking to start a business or relocate your current business, the Paxton area may be the perfect place. Paxton is centrally located between six major cities, including Chicago, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Champaign, Bloomington and Springfield.


For questions about Paxton and the surrounding area, please contact the Paxton Area Chamber of Commerce at 217-379-4655.


Information about Paxton


Population

4,525


Local Government

Mayor/City Council


Zoning

Municipal Zoning: yes

County Zoning: yes


Tax Structure

Total Property Tax Rates for 2001

City: 1.10939%
County: 1.42899%
School: 4.88560%
Other(s): 1.59695%
Total: 9.02093%


Total Property Tax Rates for Two Previous Years

2000: 8.5975
1999: 8.2973


Total Sales Tax Rate: 6.25


Public Library: Paxton Carnegie Library

Emergency 911 System: yes

Fire Insurance Class
7 in City
7 Outside

Fire Department - Yes (Volunteer)

Water Supplier: Municipal
Water Source: Well
Water Waste Treatment: Tertiary

General Waste Disposal: Yes

Interstate & Highways
Paxton is located on Interstate 57 and IL Route 9.

Railways
Illinois Central Gulf


Airports
Nearest Public Airport: Paxton Airport
Nearest Commercial Airport: University of Illinois: Willard Airport in Champaign
Commercial Airport: Bloomington

 

Banks
Buckley State Bank
Busey Bank
Farmers-Merchants National Bank
Federated Bank
First National Bank

Employment
Major Employers in the community:
Plastic Designs, Inc
BAC, Inc
O-Cedar Brands, Inc.
Paxton Printing, Inc.
PBL School District
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative
Concrete Technology, Inc.

Total Labor Force: 6,803
Unemployed: 4.7%
Total Employed: 6,403

 

Education
Paxton-Buckley-Loda School District:

Junior Colleges & Distances
Parkland College: 35 south
Danville Community College: One hour east


Universities & Colleges plus Distances
University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana: 30 miles south
Illinois State University, Bloomington/Normal: One hour west
Illinois Wesleyan University, Bloomington: One hour west
Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais: One hour north

Utilities
Electric: Ameren & Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative
Gas: Nicor
Water: City supplied with charge
High-Speed Internet: Conxxus & Mediacom
(Fiber Optic and Broadband services available)
Telephone: Conxxus, Mediacom & Verizon
Cable: Conxxus & Mediacom

 

Local Media
Paxton Daily Record
WPXN: 104.9
Ford County Press

Health Provider Information
Hospital
Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services in Gibson City: 17 miles
Health Clinics: 2
Number of Doctors: 3
Number of Dentists: 3
Emergency Medical Treatment: yes

Community Facilities
Motel: 1
Capacity of Largest Banquet Room: 175
Public Golf Course: 1
Public Tennis Court: 1
2 Lakes within 4 miles


*information provided by Community & Economic Development Foundation of Ford County