Stronghurst is a village located in Henderson 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 0.9 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 680 ft. With a population of approximately 896 residents, Stronghurst offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 46.65% males and 53.35% females, and it has a population density of 6.74 people per square mile (388.71/km²). Stronghurst lies at a latitude of 40.74 and a longitude of -90.91, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.7%), followed by English (12.5%), German (26.2%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61480.