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.
There are 33 city/town in Illinois, . The largest city of Illinois is Kankakee with a population of 25,668. Other cities include, Kewanee population 12,174, Kickapoo population 6,907, Kildeer population 3,993, Knox population 2,692
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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Kankakee | City in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States | Kankakee | 25,668 |
Kewanee | City in Henry County, Illinois, United States | Henry | 12,174 |
Kickapoo | Township in Peoria County, Illinois | Peoria | 6,907 |
Kildeer | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 3,993 |
Knox | County seat of Knox County, Tennessee, United States; third-largest city in Tennessee | Knox | 2,692 |
Knoxville | City in Knox County, Illinois, United States | Knox | 2,692 |
Kenilworth | Village in Illinois | Cook | 2,442 |
Kirkland | Village in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States | DeKalb | 1,717 |
Kincaid | City in Anderson County, Kansas, United States of America | Christian | 1,362 |
Kingston | Village in Illinois, USA | Adams | 1,160 |
Kinmundy | Township in Marion County, Illinois | Marion | 919 |
Kent | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Stephenson | 787 |
Kansas | Village in Illinois | Edgar | 707 |
Kirkwood | Village in Warren County, Illinois, United States | Warren | 670 |
Keithsburg | Township in Mercer County, Illinois, United States | Mercer | 569 |
Kane | Village in Illinois | Greene | 500 |
Kaneville | Township in Kane County, Illinois | Kane | 477 |
Karnak | Village in Pulaski County, Illinois, United States | Pulaski | 422 |
Keyesport | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Bond | 398 |
Kenney | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | De Witt | 310 |
Kampsville | Human settlement in United States of America | Calhoun | 295 |
Kingston Mines | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Peoria | 279 |
Kilbourne | Township in Mason County, Illinois | Mason | 271 |
Kappa | Village in Woodford County, Illinois | Woodford | 247 |
Kangley | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | LaSalle | 229 |
King | Township in Christian County, Illinois | Greene | 227 |
Kempton | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Ford | 206 |
Kinderhook | Township in Pike County, Illinois | Pike | 204 |
Kell | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Marion | 204 |
Keensburg | Village in the United States | Wabash | 194 |
Kinsman | Village in Illinois, United States | Grundy | 96 |
Keenes | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Wayne | 79 |
Kaskaskia | Village and former state capital of Illinois, in Randolph County west of the Mississippi | Randolph | 13 |