Ten miles north of Fulton, IL on the Illinois side of the Mississippi River is th Village of Thomson. The town is the northern most member of the Clinton region. This agricultural hub is known for growing some of the best watermelon in the Midwest. Thomson is home to approximately 1,600 residents that represent a well-educated workforce. The town itself is located less than 20 miles away from the Clinton Municipal Airport and is easily accessible from the Mississippi River, railway, and major highways.

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Fast Facts

Population: 1,659
Transportation: Rail, Barge,
  Highway, Air
County: Carroll
Median Household Income:
  $39,947
Median Home Price: $83,000
Median Age: 41.6
Major Employers: Danisco,
  West Carroll School District,
  Atherton Trucking