Cities & Towns in Coles County, IL
Coles County, county in Illinois, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 50,383 inhabitants. The county was created 195 years ago in 1830. Its county seat is Charleston.
There are 1 city/town in Coles County, IL. The largest city of Coles County is Ashmore with a population of 740.
Ashmore
Ashmore, Township in Coles County, Illinois
Located in east-central Illinois, Coles County contains several small communities that provide insights into the region's history and heritage. Here are some key cities and towns:
Charleston
Charleston is the largest city and county seat of Coles County with around 20,000 residents. It is home to Eastern Illinois University. Historic sites include the Coles County Courthouse, Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site, and various buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
Mattoon
Mattoon is a city located along Interstate 57 in western Coles County. It has a population around 18,000. Points of interest include the Neoga Street Historic District, Ervin Park, and the Will Rogers Theater. The city hosts the annual BagelFest.
Ashmore is a village in eastern Coles County with around 825 residents. It was founded along railroad tracks in the 1880s. The Ashmore Elevator and Ashmore Presbyterian Church are historic landmarks. Greenwing Public Library serves the community.
Oakland
Oakland is a small city located along Illinois Route 133 northwest of Charleston. It has around 900 residents. Sites of interest include Red Hill State Park, Wolf Creek Cemetery, and the Oakland Museum. Annual events include Oakland Barbeque Days.
Humboldt
Humboldt is a village along Highway 130 in northern Coles County with around 850 residents. It contains historic homes and buildings like the Allison Amphitheater. Humboldt is home to Fox Ridge State Park and Lincoln Log Cabin Historic Site.
From Eastern Illinois University to numerous historic sites, Coles County's small cities and towns provide insights into the heritage of east-central Illinois.
All Coles County Cities (Aphebetical)
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Coles County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Ashmore | Township in Coles County, Illinois | 740 |
