Prairie City is a village in McDonough County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 386.
Population386
Median Home$80,400
Area1.01 sq mi
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Prairie City Village President wants resignation of McDonough Co Sheriff after deputy's negligent firearm discharge
Prairie City Village President wants resignation of McDonough Co Sheriff after deputy's negligent firearm discharge Muddy River News
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NewsOCT 06, 2025
Prairie City Village president writes letter to McDonough County Board calling for resignation of sheriff
Prairie City Village president writes letter to McDonough County Board calling for resignation of sheriff WGEM
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NewsAPR 04, 2016
Special Report - Our Towns: Population declines 41% in Prairie City since 1960
Special Report - Our Towns: Population declines 41% in Prairie City since 1960 Galesburg Register Mail
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