Village of Watson, Illinois

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Information on Watson, Effingham County

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Watson, located in the state of Illinois, Effingham County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Watson, Effingham County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Watson Village HALL, Effingham County

Watson Village Hall's addressWatson Watson Municipal Building
PO BOX 127
WATSON IL 62473
United States
Phone number of Watson Village HallNot available
Watson, IL emailNot available
Watson official websiteNot available
Mayor of Watson
Effingham County, Illinois: Vital Records Watson vital records
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Common questions about Watson

What county is Watson IL in?

Watson, IL is located in Effingham County

Where is Watson, Illinois ?

Watson is located in Effingham County in the state of Illinois, United States. It lies in the southern part of the state, approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Effingham. Watson is part of the broader Effingham metropolitan area and is about 90 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri.

What is the cost of living in Watson IL ?

Watson administrative division

Watson building department, IL

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Watson, IL, securing the necessary permits is a crucial step. In Watson, permit applications are handled through the Municipal Building Department. It's essential to contact this office directly to obtain detailed information about associated fees and processing times specific to your project. The staff can guide you through the application process, ensuring that your plans comply with local building regulations and codes. Reaching out early can help streamline your project and avoid potential delays.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Watson's town hall or Effingham County authorities directly.

Demography of Watson

Name of Watson inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population729 inhabitants /
Population density in Watson651,1 pop/sq mi (251,4 pop/km²)

Air quality

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List of Passport Facilities in Watson, IL

Where to apply for a passport in Watson, IL? There are 15 passport offices in Watson, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
CIRCUIT CLERK OF EFFINGHAM COUNTY120 W JEFFERSON2173424065
EFFINGHAM POST OFFICE210 N 3RD STREET2173426311
FLORA POST OFFICE312 E. NORTH AVENUE6186625626
CIRCUIT COURT CLERK SHELBYVILLE IL301 E MAIN2177744212
VANDALIA POST OFFICE304 S.4TH ST6182830328
MATTOON TOWNSHIP1716 RICHMOND AVE2172343877
SALEM POST OFFICE125 S DELMAR AVENUE6185480503
CHARLESTON IL POST OFFICE667 WINDSOR RD.2173452900
COLES COUNTY TREASURERS OFFICE651 JACKSON AVE.2173480511
SULLIVAN POST OFFICE16 S. MADISON ST2177287111
CRAWFORD COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT100 COURT ST6185443512
BOND COUNTY IL CIRCUIT COURT CLERK200 W COLLEGE AVENUE6186643208
CENTRALIA POST OFFICE314 S POPLAR STREET6185326717
WAYNE COUNTY CIRCUIT CLERK FAIRFIELD IL301 E MAIN STREET, SUITE 2046188427684
CIRCUIT COURT CLERK HILLSBORO IL120 N MAIN ST RM 1252175329546

Watson administrative numbers

Watson Village code1779241
Watson Village postcode62473

Transportation modes in Watson

Airport
Olney-Noble Airport 29.8 miles
Vandalia Municipal Airport 32.2 miles
Salem-Leckrone Airport 34 miles

Watson territory

Watson area1,12 sq mi (2,90 km²)
Watson altitude554 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 39.0261
Longitude: -88.5683
Latitude: 39° 1' 34'' North
Longitude: 88° 34' 6'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Namesake of Watson
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  • Watson, New York, États-Unis
  • Watson, Saskatchewan, Canada
Natural parks

What is Watson close to?

Nearby cities include: Mason, Effingham, Teutopolis and Edgewood
AltamontEffinghamEffingham
MasonNeighbouring townsEffingham
MasonMasonLouisville
Mason 5.9 milesEffingham 6.5 milesTeutopolis 8.7 miles
Edgewood 8.9 milesAltamont 9.9 milesDieterich 10.3 miles
Shumway 11.8 milesWheeler 13.5 milesIola 13.7 miles
Montrose 14.1 milesSigel 14.3 milesSt. Elmo 15.3 miles
Beecher City 16.2 milesStewardson 16.8 milesFarina 17.8 miles
Louisville 18 milesSt. Peter 18.7 milesBrownstown 20.9 miles
Sailor Springs 21.3 milesNeoga 21.4 milesJewett 21.5 miles

Distance between Watson and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1687 milesHouston : 748 milesPhiladelphia : 720 miles
Phoenix : 1360 milesSan Antonio : 872 milesSan Diego : 1650 miles
Dallas : 629 milesSan Jose : 1803 milesJacksonville : 718 miles
Indianapolis : 140 miles closestSan Francisco : 1860 milesAustin : 797 miles
Columbus : 305 milesFort Worth : 654 milesCharlotte : 502 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies