Alma, Illinois
Alma: city in Illinois, USA
About
Alma is a city located in the county of Marion in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 320 and a population density of 296 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 302 inhabitants.
The city was created 172 years ago in 1853.
Quick Facts about Alma
| Population | 302 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Marion County |
| Plate code | 618 |
| Area | 1.08 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.7217,-88.9092 |
| Establishment | January 01, 1854 (172 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:17:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 62807 |
| Density | 280 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.96% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 56℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Alma is located at 38°43'18"N 88°54'33"W (38.7217100, -88.9092200).
Alma map
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Weather
Mostly clear. Low around 56, with temperatures rising to around 60 overnight. Southwest wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Alma decreased by 5.96% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 320 | - | census |
| 2011 | 320 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 319 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 316 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 315 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 315 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 312 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 310 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 307 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 306 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 302 | -1.32% | estimation process |
People born in Alma (1)
American chemist George Alonzo Abbott was born in Alma
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Alma, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146366 | Kaskaskia College | Centralia (IL) | 62801 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alma, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| DQN | Du Quoin | 20 North Chestnut St. | RAIL |
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Alma.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Alma Post Office | Alma (IL) | 62807 |
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- Alma, Michigan city in Michigan, USA with a population of 8,807 people.
- Alma, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 5,887 people.
- Alma, Georgia city in Bacon County, Georgia, United States with a population of 3,336 people.
- Alma, Nebraska city in Nebraska, USA with a population of 1,116 people.
- Alma, Wisconsin city in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,095 people.
- Alma, New York town in Allegany County, New York with a population of 826 people.
- Alma, Kansas county seat in Kansas with a population of 776 people.
- Alma, Texas town in Ellis County, Texas, United States with a population of 400 people.
- Alma, Missouri city in Missouri, USA with a population of 385 people.
- Alma, Colorado human settlement in Park County, Colorado with a population of 329 people.
Other cities in Marion County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marion County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Centralia | 12,142 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Salem | 6,952 | City in Illinois |
| Sandoval | 1,205 | Village in Marion County, Illinois, United States |
| Wamac | 1,117 | City in Marion County, Illinois, United States |
| Central City | 1,107 | City in Illinois, USA |
| Odin | 1,004 | Village in Illinois |
| Kinmundy | 919 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Tonti | 903 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Patoka | 544 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Iuka | 495 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Junction City | 468 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Omega | 466 | Township in Marion County, Illinois |
| Hickory Hill | 398 | City in Cook County, Illinois, United States |
| Kell | 204 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Vernon | 119 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Walnut Hill | 101 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |