Cities & Towns in Tazewell County, IL
Tazewell County, county in Virginia, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 130,777 inhabitants. The county was created 224 years ago in 1799. Its county seat is Tazewell.
There are 22 city/town in Tazewell County, IL. The largest city of Tazewell County is Pekin with a population of 31,808. Other cities include, East Peoria population 22,344, Washington population 16,395, Morton population 16,232, Creve Coeur population 5,109
Pekin
Pekin, County seat of Tazewell County, Illinois
East Peoria
East Peoria, City on the Illinois River in Tazewell County, Illinois, USA
Washington
Washington, City in Tazewell County, Illinois
Tazewell County is located in central Illinois, situated along the Illinois River. The county was founded in 1827 and was named after Littleton Tazewell, who was the governor of Virginia at the time. Tazewell County contains many small cities and towns, each with their own unique history and identity. Some of the notable cities and towns in Tazewell County include:
Pekin - The county seat and largest city, Pekin has a population of over 30,000 residents. Located along the Illinois River, Pekin has a rich history and was once a bustling river port. Major industries include healthcare, retail, and manufacturing.
East Peoria - Situated across the river from Peoria, East Peoria has about 20,000 residents. This city is home to many civic attractions like the Fon du Lac Park District and the Par-A-Dice Hotel and Casino.
Washington - With about 15,000 residents, Washington is another historic river town. Abraham Lincoln frequently visited Washington and gave political speeches when he was a lawyer.
Morton - Founded in the 1820s by early settler Julius Morton, Morton has grown into a suburb of around 16,000 residents today. The city celebrates its heritage with its annual Pumpkin Festival.
Delavan - A small farming community, Delavan has a population of about 1,700. The town hosts an annual Prairie Days festival showcasing old-fashioned skills and crafts.
From river port cities to quaint farming towns, Tazewell County is home to a diverse collection of communities, each contributing to the area's unique history and culture. The residents take pride in their small-town charm and Midwestern roots.
All Tazewell County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Tazewell County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Armington | Human settlement in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States of America | 320 |
| Boynton | Township in Tazewell County, Illinois | 262 |
| Cooper | Unincorporated community in Illinois | 862 |
| Crescent | Township in Iroquois County, Illinois | 547 |
| Creve Coeur | Village in Illinois, United States | 5,109 |
| Deer Creek | Village mostly in Tazewell County, Illinois, USA | 657 |
| Delavan | Township in Tazewell County, Illinois | 1,596 |
| Dillon | Human settlement in United States of America | 957 |
| East Peoria | City on the Illinois River in Tazewell County, Illinois, USA | 22,344 |
| Green Valley | Human settlement in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States of America | 635 |
| Groveland | Township in Tazewell County, Illinois | 593 |
| Hopedale | Township in Tazewell County, Illinois | 998 |
| Mackinaw | City in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States of America | 2,430 |
| Marquette Heights | City in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States | 2,617 |
| Minier | City in Tazewell County, Illinois, United States of America | 1,180 |
| Morton | Village in Tazewell County, Illinois | 16,232 |
| North Pekin | Village in Illinois, USA | 1,530 |
| Pekin | County seat of Tazewell County, Illinois | 31,808 |
| South Pekin | Village in Illinois, USA | 1,081 |
| Tremont | City in Itawamba County, Mississippi, United States of America | 2,114 |
| Washington | City in Tazewell County, Illinois | 16,395 |
| Wesley | Township in Will County, Illinois | 2,130 |
