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 59 city/town in Illinois, . The largest city of Illinois is Naperville with a population of 147,986. Other cities include, Normal population 54,451, Northbrook population 32,657, North Chicago population 29,639, Niles population 28,615
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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Naperville | The second most populous city in Illinois. | DuPage | 147,986 |
Normal | Town in McLean County, Illinois, United States | McLean | 54,451 |
Northbrook | Village in Illinois | Cook | 32,657 |
North Chicago | City and suburb of Chicago, Illinois, USA | Lake | 29,639 |
Niles | City in Trumbull County, Ohio | Cook | 28,615 |
New Lenox | Village in Illinois | Will | 27,088 |
North Aurora | City in Illinois, United States of America | Kane | 18,144 |
Norridge | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 13,971 |
Newell | Township in Vermilion County, Illinois | Vermilion | 12,736 |
Nameoki | Township in Madison County, Illinois | Madison | 12,056 |
Northlake | City in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 12,025 |
Northville | Township in LaSalle County, Illinois | LaSalle | 6,753 |
Newport | Neighborhood in Madison, Illinois, USA | Madison | 6,630 |
North Riverside | Village in United States of America | Cook | 6,346 |
North Peoria | A census-designated place in Peoria County, Illinois. | Peoria | 6,000 |
Northfield | Village in Cook County, Illinois | Cook | 5,387 |
New Salem | Township in Pike County, Illinois | Pike | 5,337 |
New Baden | City in Illinois, United States of America | Clinton | 3,205 |
Nashville | City in Illinois, United States | Washington | 2,984 |
North Barrington | Village in the United States | Lake | 2,938 |
Nokomis | City in Illinois, United States | Montgomery | 2,077 |
New Athens | Village in St. | Saint Clair | 1,865 |
Neoga | City in Cumberland County, Illinois, United States | Cumberland | 1,585 |
North Pekin | Village in Illinois, USA | Tazewell | 1,530 |
New Berlin | Township in Sangamon County, Illinois | Sangamon | 1,329 |
Norris City | City in Illinois, United States of America | White | 1,134 |
Nauvoo | City and historic district in Hancock County, Illinois, United States | Hancock | 1,044 |
Newark | Village in Illinois | Kendall | 1,029 |
Newburg | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States | Macon | 885 |
New Milford | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Winnebago | 851 |
Newman | Village in Illinois | Douglas | 836 |
Noble | Village in Illinois | Richland | 719 |
Newtown | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Vermilion | 696 |
Niantic | Township in Macon County, Illinois | Macon | 647 |
New Boston | Township in Mercer County, Illinois | Mercer | 644 |
Nettle Creek | Township in Grundy County, Illinois | Grundy | 484 |
Naplate | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | LaSalle | 465 |
Nachusa | Township in Lee County, Illinois | Lee | 454 |
Norwood | Village in Peoria County, Illinois, United States | Mercer | 447 |
Neponset | Township in Bureau County, Illinois | Bureau | 430 |
Newton | City in and the county seat of Jasper County, Illinois, United States | Jasper | 428 |
New Haven | Village in Illinois | Gallatin | 377 |
New Canton | Town in Illinois, United States | Pike | 338 |
Nebo | Village in Pike County, Illinois, USA | Pike | 323 |
New Douglas | Township in Madison County, Illinois | Madison | 304 |
New Holland | Village in Illinois, United States | Logan | 266 |
Nason | City in Jefferson County, Illinois | Jefferson | 228 |
Nilwood | Town of the United States | Macoupin | 227 |
Nevada | Human settlement in United States of America | Livingston | 215 |
New Burnside | Village in Johnson County, Illinois, United States | Johnson | 211 |
North Henderson | Township in Mercer County, Illinois | Mercer | 206 |
New Minden | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Washington | 204 |
Norris | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Fulton | 195 |
New Grand Chain | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Pulaski | 178 |
Nelson | Village in Lee County, Illinois, United States of America | Lee | 156 |
Naples | Town in Scott county, Illinois, United States | Scott | 119 |
Nora | Village in Illinois, USA | Jo Daviess | 116 |
New Bedford | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Bureau | 69 |
Newmansville | Township in Cass County, Illinois, USA | Cass | 45 |