Brocton, Illinois
Brocton: human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America
About
Brocton is a city located in the county of Edgar in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 322 and a population density of 215 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 288 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Brocton
| Population | 288 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Edgar County |
| Postal code | 61917 |
| Plate code | 217 |
| Area | 1.5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.7156,-87.9325 |
| Altitude | 663 feet / 202 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:24:48 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 192 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -11.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 79℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Brocton is located at 39°42'56"N 87°55'57"W (39.7155900, -87.9325300).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Brocton decreased by 11.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 322 | - | census |
| 2011 | 319 | -0.94% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 315 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 309 | -1.94% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 307 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 302 | -1.66% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 300 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 298 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 296 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 293 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 288 | -1.74% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Brocton, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144892 | Eastern Illinois University | Charleston (IL) | 61920 |
Nearby Transit Stations (9)
Rail and bus stations connected to Brocton, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| DVI | Danville, Illinois | 379 Lynch Road | BUS |
| CHM | Illinois Terminal | 45 East University Ave. | RAIL |
| RTL | Rantoul | West Sangamon and North Kentucky Aves. | RAIL |
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Brocton, New York city in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America with a population of 1,382 people.
Other cities in Edgar County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Edgar County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Harris | 8,404 | Township in Fulton County, Illinois |
| Paris | 8,144 | City in Illinois |
| Patton | 4,902 | Township of Illinois |
| Chrisman | 1,234 | City in Edgar County, Illinois, United States |
| Elbridge | 730 | Township in Edgar County, Illinois |
| Kansas | 707 | Village in Illinois |
| Edgar | 443 | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States |
| Hume | 391 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Vermilion | 200 | Human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Isabel | 179 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Metcalf | 168 | Human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Redmon | 157 | Human settlement in Edgar County, Illinois, United States of America |