What is Carbondale like?
Carbondale is a small cosmopolitan community of approximately 25,000 people. Couple with the university’s 20,000 student population, the community swells to over 45,000 during the academic year. Carbondale is a true college town, where the community has embraced the students. Surrounding Carbondale are numerous small towns that also cater to the university and to university students. Shopping and restaurants are located offering an eclectic selection of foods. Some of the finest barbeque/pulled pork can be found in our region. Southern Illinois also is the home to many wineries, most of whom provide regular entertainment on weekends. Carbondale has excellent public schools (noted by the many awards that they have received). There are numerous family-oriented activities and events throughout the year. Crime is low along with the cost of living. Carbondale also prides itself on its diversity. The university provides the community with a wide variety of individuals, values, and thoughts.
