Houston, Illinois
Houston: unincorporated community in Illinois, United States.
About
Houston is a city located in the county of Randolph in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 221. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 209 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Houston
| Population | 209 (2020) |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.1592,-89.7812 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 03:37:32 (8th November 2026) |
| Population growth | -5.43% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 30℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Houston is located at 38°9'33"N 89°46'52"W (38.1592200, -89.7812100).
Houston map
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Weather
Mostly clear, with a low around 30. Northwest wind around 1 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Houston decreased by 5.43% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 221 | - | census |
| 2011 | 220 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 220 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 219 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 219 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 219 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 217 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 214 | -1.38% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 212 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 211 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 209 | -0.95% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Houston, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 417442 | Career Center of Southern Illinois | Red Bud (IL) | 62278 |
| 483911 | Creative Touch Cosmetology School | Waterloo (IL) | 62298-1609 |
| 143215 | Southwestern Illinois College | Belleville (IL) | 62221-5899 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Houston, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DQN | Du Quoin | 20 North Chestnut St. | RAIL |
| STL | Gateway Transportation Center | 551 South 16th St. | RAIL |
| CDL | Carbondale station | 401 South Illinois St. | RAIL |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| KWD | Kirkwood | 110 West Argonne Dr. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Houston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Post Office | Baldwin (IL) | 62217 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Houston, Texas The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. with a population of 2,316,120 people.
- Houston, Mississippi town in Mississippi. with a population of 3,375 people.
- Houston, Alaska city in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska, United States. with a population of 2,462 people.
- Houston, Missouri city in Missouri, United States. with a population of 2,085 people.
- Houston, Pennsylvania borough in Pennsylvania, United States. with a population of 1,233 people.
Other cities in Randolph County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Randolph County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Campton | 11,063 | Township in Kane County, Illinois |
| Chester | 8,145 | City in Illinois |
| Sparta | 4,202 | City in Randolph County, Illinois |
| Red Bud | 3,442 | City in Randolph County, Illinois, United States |
| Steeleville | 1,890 | Village in Illinois, United States |