Christopher is a city located in Franklin County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 1.4 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 443 ft. With a population of approximately 2,836 residents, Christopher offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.33% males and 53.67% females, and it has a population density of 11.35 people per square mile (776.59/km²). Christopher lies at a latitude of 37.97 and a longitude of -89.05, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.3%), followed by English (13.1%), German (16.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 62822.