Illinois, state of the United States of America. As of 2020 state had an estimated population of 12,587,530 inhabitants. The state was created 206 years ago in 1818. Its capital city is Springfield.
Melrose, Unincorporated community in Illinois
From the busy streets of Chicago to the river towns dotting its southern border, Illinois offers a variety of urban attractions and rural charm within its 57,000 square miles. Home to over 12.7 million residents, notable destinations in Illinois include:
Chicago - The largest city in the Midwest, Chicago dazzles with world-class museums like the Art Institute of Chicago, iconic sports teams and venues, deep dish pizza, and stunning lakefront skyline views.
Springfield - Illinois’ capital city, Springfield provides history buffs with Abraham Lincoln sites like his Home and Tomb along with expansive state government buildings.
Galena - Nestled near the Mississippi River, Galena is a beautifully preserved 19th century town with scenic vistas. Its Victorian-era downtown offers shopping, tours, and winery tastings.
Nauvoo - Founded by Mormons in the 1840s, Nauvoo retains its fascinating religious history. Historic homes and buildings like the rebuilt Nauvoo Temple transport visitors back in time.
Champaign-Urbana - Home to the University of Illinois, this twin college town offers innovative dining, cultural events, sports, and entertainment catering to students.
From the big city lights of Chicago to historic small towns, Illinois offers the best of Midwestern metropolitan areas alongside rural escape. Its rivers, lakes, and prairies provide scenic backdrops to favorite destinations.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Illinois.
City Name | Title | County | Population |
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Manlius | Township in Bureau County, Illinois | Bureau | 331 |
Melrose | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Clark | 328 |
Millbrook | Village in Kendall County, Illinois, United States of America | Kendall | 325 |
Meriden | Township in LaSalle County, Illinois | LaSalle | 303 |
Middletown | Village in Logan County, Illinois, United States | Logan | 301 |
McClure | Human settlement in United States of America | Alexander | 285 |
Manchester | Village in Illinois | Scott | 269 |
Mapleton | Village in Peoria County, Illinois, United States | Peoria | 268 |
Mount Clare | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Macoupin | 262 |
Maquon | Township in Knox County, Illinois | Knox | 259 |
Milton | Town in Illinois, USA | Madison | 259 |
McNabb | Village in Illinois, USA | Putnam | 258 |
Magnolia | Village in Putnam County, Illinois, United States | Putnam | 244 |
Menominee | Village in Illinois, United States | Jo Daviess | 241 |
Murdock | Township in Douglas County, Illinois | Douglas | 238 |
Mineral | City in Illinois, United States of America | Bureau | 220 |
McCook | Village in Cook County, Illinois | Cook | 217 |
Montrose | Town in Illinois, United States | Effingham | 195 |
Mill Shoals | Township in White County, Illinois | White | 193 |
Milo | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Bureau | 192 |
Maxwell | Township in Sangamon County, Illinois | Peoria | 185 |
Modesto | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Macoupin | 180 |
Metcalf | Human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America | Edgar | 168 |
Maeystown | Human settlement in United States of America | Monroe | 162 |
Muncie | Human settlement in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States of America | Vermilion | 134 |
Maunie | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | White | 128 |
Marietta | Village in Illinois, United States | Fulton | 106 |
Media | Village in Illinois, USA | Henderson | 93 |
Mount Erie | Township in Wayne County, Illinois | Wayne | 81 |
Mill Creek | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Union | 64 |
Macedonia | Village in Hamilton and Franklin counties in the U. | Hamilton | 64 |
Muddy | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Saline | 62 |