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 more than 100 city/town in Illinois, . The largest city of Illinois is Springfield with a population of 113,671. Other cities include, Schaumburg population 72,049, Skokie population 62,404, Streamwood population 38,777, Shields population 36,451
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.
Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.">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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Springfield | The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. | Sangamon | 113,671 |
Schaumburg | Large village located in Cook County in Illinois, USA | Cook | 72,049 |
Skokie | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 62,404 |
Streamwood | Village in United States of America | Cook | 38,777 |
Shields | Township in Lake County, Illinois | Jefferson | 36,451 |
St. Charles | Chicago suburb in Kane and DuPage counties of Illinois, United States | Kane | 32,974 |
South Chicago | Former township in Cook County, Illinois | Cook | 28,095 |
South Elgin | City in Illinois, United States of America | Kane | 24,646 |
Saline | Saline | 23,182 | |
South Holland | Village in Illinois, United States | Cook | 21,040 |
Sycamore | City in Illinois | DeKalb | 18,317 |
Shorewood | Village in Illinois | Will | 17,495 |
Sterling | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States | Whiteside | 14,313 |
Shiloh | Town in St. | Saint Clair | 13,653 |
Swansea | Village in St. | Saint Clair | 13,276 |
Streator | City in Illinois | LaSalle | 12,933 |
Schiller Park | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 11,264 |
Summit | Village in Illinois, USA | Saint Clair | 10,977 |
Sauk Village | Village in United States of America | Cook | 10,120 |
Sugar Grove | City in Kane County, Illinois, United States of America | Kane | 9,884 |
Steger | Village in United States of America | Cook | 9,111 |
Savoy | Town | Champaign | 8,364 |
South Beloit | City in Winnebago County, Illinois, United States | Winnebago | 7,540 |
Silvis | City in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States | Rock Island | 7,473 |
Sandwich | Town in DeKalb, Kendall, and LaSalle counties, Illinois, United States | DeKalb | 7,384 |
Salem | City in Illinois | Marion | 6,952 |
Stickney | Village in United States of America | Cook | 6,491 |
Spring Grove | City in Houston County, Minnesota, United States | McHenry | 5,679 |
Spring Valley | City in Illinois, United States | Adams | 5,065 |
South Barrington | Village in United States of America | Cook | 4,976 |
Staunton | Township in Macoupin County, Illinois | Macoupin | 4,919 |
Stone Park | Village in United States of America | Cook | 4,764 |
Sherman | Village in Illinois, USA | Sangamon | 4,660 |
Shelbyville | Township in Shelby County, Illinois | Shelby | 4,420 |
Sullivan | City in Illinois | Moultrie | 4,400 |
Sparta | City in Randolph County, Illinois | Randolph | 4,202 |
South Chicago Heights | Village in United States of America | Cook | 3,957 |
Somerset | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Saline | 3,955 |
Smithton | Borough in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, United States of America | Saint Clair | 3,812 |
Saint Joseph | Human settlement in Champaign County, Illinois, United States of America | Champaign | 3,800 |
Sleepy Hollow | Village in Illinois | Williamson | 3,215 |
Spring Garden | Township in Jefferson County, Illinois | Jefferson | 3,208 |
South Jacksonville | City in Illinois, United States of America | Morgan | 3,075 |
Sumner | City in Lawrence County, Illinois, United States of America | Lawrence | 2,961 |
Savanna | Town in Illinois | Carroll | 2,777 |
Sheridan | Village in Illinois, United States | LaSalle | 2,515 |
Seneca | Village in Illinois | LaSalle | 2,179 |
Sangamon | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Macon | 2,173 |
South Roxana | City in Illinois, United States of America | Madison | 1,986 |
Steeleville | Village in Illinois, United States | Randolph | 1,890 |
Somonauk | City in Illinois, United States of America | DeKalb | 1,860 |
Sesser | City in Franklin County, Illinois, United States | Franklin | 1,837 |
Stockton | City in Illinois | Jo Daviess | 1,709 |
Southern View | City in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States of America | Sangamon | 1,557 |
Saint Jacob | Human settlement in Madison County, Illinois, United States of America | Madison | 1,408 |
Saint Elmo | City in Illinois | Fayette | 1,367 |
Salina | Township of Illinois | Kane | 1,306 |
Sandoval | Village in Marion County, Illinois, United States | Marion | 1,205 |
Saint Anne | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Kankakee | 1,174 |
Sidney | Village in Champaign County, Illinois, United States | Champaign | 1,172 |
Serena | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | LaSalle | 1,088 |
South Pekin | Village in Illinois, USA | Tazewell | 1,081 |
Shawneetown | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania | Gallatin | 1,070 |
Stillman Valley | Valley in Texas, United States of America | Ogle | 1,043 |
Shirland | Township in Winnebago County, Illinois | Winnebago | 944 |
Sheldon | Human settlement in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States of America | Iroquois | 935 |
Shabbona | Township in DeKalb County, Illinois | DeKalb | 913 |
Seward | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Winnebago | 874 |
Sheffield | Village in the United States | Bureau | 855 |
Spaulding | City in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States of America | Sangamon | 836 |
Stonington | Township in Christian County, Illinois | Christian | 835 |
Stronghurst | Township in Henderson County, Illinois | Henderson | 774 |
Sand Ridge | Human settlement in United States of America | Jackson | 761 |
Stewardson | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Shelby | 718 |
Shannon | Village in Carroll County, Illinois, USA | Carroll | 684 |
Saybrook | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | McLean | 679 |
South Wilmington | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Grundy | 637 |
Saint Francisville | City in Illinois | Lawrence | 610 |
Saint Libory | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Saint Clair | 601 |
Sherrard | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Mercer | 588 |
San Jose | Village in Logan and Mason counties, Illinois, United States | Mason | 587 |
Saint Mary | Township in Hancock County, Illinois | Hancock | 585 |
Shipman | Township in Macoupin County, Illinois | Macoupin | 583 |
Sefton | Township in Fayette County, Illinois | Fayette | 567 |
Sidell | Township in Vermilion County, Illinois | Vermilion | 557 |
Schram City | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Montgomery | 542 |
Saint David | Human settlement in Fulton County, Illinois, United States of America | Fulton | 516 |
Stanford | Human settlement in United States of America | McLean | 507 |
Sun River Terrace | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Kankakee | 488 |
Seminary | Township in Fayette County, Illinois | Richland | 483 |
Shafter | Township in Fayette County, Illinois | Fayette | 478 |
Sorento | Village in the United States | Bond | 463 |
Spring Bay | Township in Woodford County, Illinois | Woodford | 456 |
Strasburg | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Shelby | 435 |
Stratton | Township in Edgar County, Illinois | Jefferson | 432 |
Sigel | Township in Shelby County, Illinois | Shelby | 428 |
Sublette | Township in Lee County, Illinois | Lee | 415 |
Saint Rose | Township in Clinton County, Illinois | Clinton | 405 |
Saunemin | Township in Livingston County, Illinois | Livingston | 401 |
Summerfield | Village in St. | Saint Clair | 391 |