Kempton, Illinois, is a small village in Ford County with a population of around 231 as of the 2010 census. Located in the heart of the Midwest, it embodies the quiet charm of rural America, surrounded by vast farmlands and open prairies. The village, originally named Sugar Loaf, was renamed in 1878 after a local landowner and is part of the Mona Township. Kempton’s tight-knit community enjoys a peaceful lifestyle, with local events and agriculture playing central roles in daily life. Despite its small size, the village offers a glimpse into the simplicity and resilience of small-town living, with easy access to nearby urban centers like Kankakee or Champaign for additional amenities.

Kempton currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $1,500,000 and 1 lot for sale with a list price of $1,000,000. The average annual property tax for Kempton is $1,828.53.