Akron, Illinois
Akron: city in United States of America
About
Akron is a city located in the county of Peoria in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,068. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,023 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Akron
| Population | 1,023 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Peoria County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.9039,-89.6540 |
| Altitude | 2,369 feet / 722 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:07:10 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -4.4% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Akron is located at 40°54'14"N 89°39'14"W (40.9039300, -89.6539900).
Akron map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. Southwest wind around 8 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Akron decreased by 4.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,068 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,066 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,068 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,077 | 0.84% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,072 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,063 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,057 | -0.57% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,043 | -1.34% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,033 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,027 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,023 | -0.39% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Akron, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147129 | Methodist College | Peoria (IL) | 61615 |
| 147165 | Midstate College | Peoria (IL) | 61614-3595 |
| 454999 | Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Peoria | Peoria (IL) | 61614 |
Nearby Transit Stations (13)
Rail and bus stations connected to Akron, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIA | Peoria, Illinois | 6100 West Everett M. Dirksen Parkway | BUS |
| KEE | Kewanee | Loomis and North Tremont Sts. | RAIL |
| PCT | Princeton | 107 Bicentennial Dr. | RAIL |
| GBB | Galesburg station | 225 South Seminary Street | RAIL |
| BNL | Uptown Station | 100 East Parkinson St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Akron.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Edelstein Post Office | Edelstein (IL) | 61526 |
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- Akron, Ohio The fifth most populous city in Ohio. with a population of 195,994 people.
- Akron, Pennsylvania borough in northern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 3,992 people.
- Akron, New York city in Erie County, New York, United States of America with a population of 2,844 people.
- Akron, Colorado town in Colorado with a population of 1,682 people.
- Akron, Iowa city in Plymouth County, South Dakota, United States with a population of 1,454 people.
- Akron, Indiana town in Fulton County, Indiana, United States with a population of 1,103 people.
- Akron, Michigan village in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States with a population of 373 people.
- Akron, Alabama town in Hale County, Alabama, United States with a population of 327 people.
Other cities in Peoria County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Peoria County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Peoria | 109,428 | The third most populous city in Illinois. |
| Kickapoo | 6,907 | Township in Peoria County, Illinois |
| Bartonville | 6,049 | Village in Peoria County, Illinois |
| North Peoria | 6,000 | A census-designated place in Peoria County, Illinois. |
| Chillicothe | 5,955 | Civil township in northeast Peoria County, Illinois |
| Peoria Heights | 5,722 | Village in eastern Peoria County, Illinois |
| West Peoria | 4,409 | City in Peoria County, Illinois |
| Bellevue | 2,037 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Elmwood | 1,995 | City in Peoria County, Illinois, United States |
| Hollis | 1,803 | Township in Peoria County, Illinois |
| Princeville | 1,663 | Township in Peoria County, Illinois |
| Rome | 1,596 | Unincorporated census-designated place in Illinois, United States |
| Dunlap | 1,440 | Village in Illinois, USA |
| Hanna City | 1,182 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Trivoli | 976 | Civil township in western Peoria County, Illinois |
| Glasford | 949 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Akron distances to largest Illinois cities