Carroll County, Illinois
Thomson Real Estate and Local Guide
A small rural village on the Mississippi River in northwestern Illinois, known as the Melon Capital of the World for its watermelon production. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Thomson best.
About the area
Living in Thomson, IL
Known as the Melon Capital of the World for its watermelon production.
The housing market
Homes in Thomson
- About 69% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 76% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $122,300.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Thomson home
United States Penitentiary, Thomson
Federal high-security prison located north of the village
Thomson Depot Museum
Restored Chicago, Burlington and Quincy railroad depot from the late 1800s housing railroad artifacts
Melon Days Festival
Annual Labor Day weekend festival celebrating the village's watermelon harvest with free watermelon
Thomson Causeway Recreation Area
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campground on the Mississippi River with 125 sites, boat ramp, and river views
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.