Chestnut, Illinois — City Overview

Living in Chestnut, summers are warm, peaking at 84.7°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Feb lows average 20.9°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 4951 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 42.3 inches of rainfall per year. Within 5 miles: 3 parks. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. With a 48.5% poverty rate and 72.1% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Good — avg AQI 44 over the past week.

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Updated September 11, 2026.

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