Paw is a village located in Lee 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 0.6 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 930 ft. With a population of approximately 852 residents, Paw offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.88% males and 50.12% females, and it has a population density of 494.74 people per square mile (577.12/km²). Paw lies at a latitude of 41.69 and a longitude of -88.98, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (5.3%), followed by English (11.9%), German (30.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61353.