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FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Office of Coal Development

Illinois Department of Commerce
and Economic Opportunity

620 East Adams St.
Springfield, IL 62701
PH/ 217.782.6370
TDD/ 800.785.6055
FAX/ 217.558.2647

Mattoon at a Glance

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Mattoon, located in Coles County, is a town with a rich history that began when the Terre Haute and Alton railroad combined with the Illinois Central line in 1854. Mattoon was also once the home of Abraham Lincoln’s family and the site of a famous debate between Lincoln and Stephen Douglas in 1858. In 1940, Mattoon discovered oil, which resulted in significant population growth and business development. Today, Mattoon is the self-proclaimed “Bagel Capital of the World,” hosts the annual “Bagel Fest” and is the home of the Lenders factory.

Did you know?

Mattoon is home of the first Burger King.

Quick Facts:

  • Population: 18,291
  • Total employed labor force (Coles County): 26,248
  • Median household income (Coles County): $34,374
  • Median home value (Coles County): $71,500

For more information about Mattoon and FutureGen contact:

Mayor David Cline
City Hall
Ph: 217.234.4633
Email: mayor@mattoonillinois.org
City Web Site: www.mattoonillinois.org

Angela Griffin
President & CEO
Coles Together

Ph: 217.258.5627
Email: angela@colestogether.com
Web Site: www.colestogether.com