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 205 years ago in 1818. Its capital city is Springfield.
There are 56 city/town in Illinois, . The largest city of Illinois is Freeport with a population of 23,447. Other cities include, Frankfort population 19,411, Franklin Park population 17,402, Fairview Heights population 16,127, Forest Park population 13,534
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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Freeport | City in Illinois | Stephenson | 23,447 |
Frankfort | County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city | Franklin | 19,411 |
Franklin Park | Village in Illinois | Cook | 17,402 |
Fairview Heights | City in Saint Clair County, Illinois, United States | Saint Clair | 16,127 |
Forest Park | Village in Illinois | Cook | 13,534 |
Flagg | City in Illinois, United States of America | Ogle | 12,745 |
Fox Lake | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 10,411 |
Frankfort Square | Census-designated place in Will County, Illinois, United States | Will | 9,276 |
Flossmoor | Village in United States of America | Cook | 9,018 |
Fairfield | City in Illinois, United States | Wayne | 4,889 |
Flora | City in Illinois | Clay | 4,831 |
Fox River Grove | City in United States of America | McHenry | 4,518 |
Freeburg | City in Illinois, United States of America | Saint Clair | 4,223 |
Fairbury | City in Livingston County, Illinois, United States | Livingston | 3,596 |
Forsyth | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Macon | 3,465 |
Fulton | City in Illinois | Whiteside | 3,285 |
Ford Heights | Village in United States of America | Cook | 2,647 |
Fox Lake Hills | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lake | 2,591 |
Fairmont City | Town in Illinois, United States | Saint Clair | 2,439 |
Farmington | City in the northeast corner of Fulton County, Illinois, United States | Fulton | 2,181 |
Farmer City | City in De Witt County, Illinois, United States | De Witt | 1,936 |
Fisher | Village in Champaign County, Illinois, United States | Champaign | 1,911 |
Forreston | City in Illinois, United States of America | Ogle | 1,338 |
Forrest | Village in Livingston County, Illinois | Livingston | 1,124 |
Flanagan | City in Illinois, United States of America | Livingston | 1,057 |
Franklin Grove | City in Illinois, United States of America | Lee | 919 |
Farm Ridge | Township in LaSalle County, Illinois | LaSalle | 858 |
Franklin | Village in Illinois, USA | Morgan | 753 |
Farmersville | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Montgomery | 662 |
Forest View | Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States | Cook | 659 |
Findlay | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Shelby | 628 |
Fairmount | Village in Illinois, United States | Vermilion | 587 |
Farrington | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Clark | 550 |
Fall Creek | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States | Adams | 513 |
Fenton | City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States of America | Whiteside | 507 |
Fox | Township in Kendall County, Illinois | Kendall | 501 |
Farina | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Fayette | 495 |
Fairview | Village in Illinois, United States | Hardin | 459 |
Fithian | Human settlement in Vermilion County, Illinois, United States of America | Vermilion | 444 |
Fayetteville | Village in St. | Saint Clair | 336 |
Fountain Creek | Township in Iroquois County, Illinois | Iroquois | 327 |
Flat Rock | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Crawford | 305 |
Fillmore | Village in the United States | Montgomery | 305 |
Freeman Spur | Human settlement in United States of America | Williamson | 276 |
Fountain Green | Township in Hancock County, Illinois | Hancock | 262 |
Fayette | County in Illinois, United States | Greene | 251 |
Forest City | Township in Mason County, Illinois | Mason | 249 |
Funks Grove | Township in McLean County, Illinois | McLean | 245 |
Fieldon | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Jersey | 219 |
Frederick | Unincorporated community in Illinois | Schuyler | 156 |
Ferris | Village in Hancock County, Illinois, United States | Hancock | 143 |
Fidelity | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Jersey | 113 |
Foosland | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America | Champaign | 96 |
Flint | Township in Pike County, Illinois | Hamilton | 76 |
Florence | Village in Pike County, Illinois | Pike | 36 |
Fults | Village in United States of America | Monroe | 28 |