Cities & Towns in Ogle County, IL

Ogle County, county in Illinois, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 50,306 inhabitants. The county was created 189 years ago in 1836. Its county seat is Oregon.

There are 1 city/town in Ogle County, IL. The largest city of Ogle County is Creston with a population of 642.

Creston
Creston

Creston, City in Illinois, United States of America

Ogle County is located in northern Illinois along the Rock River. The county seat and largest city is Oregon, with a population of around 3,700. Some key details about Oregon:

  • Founded in 1836, the city was named after the Oregon Territory
  • Home to the Ogle County Courthouse, a historic building dating back to 1891
  • Serves as the commercial hub for the surrounding agricultural areas

Some other notable cities and towns in Ogle County include:

Rochelle

  • With a population of around 9,500, Rochelle is the 2nd largest city in Ogle County
  • Was an important railroad junction beginning in the 1850s
  • Home to the Rail View Bar & Grill, which displays a collection of railroad memorabilia

Byron

  • Small town with a population of around 3,000 residents
  • Host to the Byron Forest Preserve, a large nature area with trails and camping facilities
  • Location of the Byron Nuclear Power Plant, which opened in 1985

Creston

  • Unincorporated town situated along the Rochelle to Rock Falls line
  • Known for being the host of the DeKalb County Fair each year at the Sandwich Fairgrounds
  • Also home to landmarks like the Creston Historical Museum and Raulfs Cat House

Polo

  • Small agricultural community with under 2,500 residents
  • Home of the Polo Historical Society and Downtown Polo Historic District, which preserves the city's 19th century architectural legacy
  • Hosts an annual town festival called Polo ROMP each summer

In summary, Ogle County's cities and towns provide insights into northern Illinois' heritage, with Oregon being the county hub today.

All Ogle County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ogle County.

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City Name Title Population
Creston City in Illinois, United States of America 642
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