Cobden, IL is a small town with a population of 3,381 and a population density of 49 people per square mile. Situated in Union County, it offers its residents a rural atmosphere while still being close to other cities in the area. Among the local businesses are the Cobden Country Store, which has been open since 1861, as well as Busch Seed Company which provides high quality seed to farmers within the community. Year-round outdoor activities available to Cobden residents include fishing at nearby Rend Lake, golfing at Crab Orchard Golf Course, and hiking on several nature trails throughout the area. The Cobden Public Library is an important resource for the community providing resources from books on local history to computer access. Popular annual events in Cobden include the Great Pumpkin Festival in October and the Union County Fair each August. Other sporting events held in Cobden are those organized by the Cobden Little League which provide children living in the town with an opportunity to participate in team sports.
The population in Cobden (zip 62920) is 3,381. There are 52 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Cobden (zip 62920) is 46.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Cobden (zip 62920) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Cobden (zip 62920)
- 50.2% are married
- 12.8% are divorced
- 31.0% are married with children
- 9.7% have children, but are single
Race in Cobden (zip 62920)
- 81.9% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 1.3% claim Other
- 14.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander