Belvidere, Illinois
Belvidere: city in Illinois
About
Belvidere is a city located in the county of Boone in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 25,585 and a population density of 802 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 24,731 inhabitants.
The city was created 191 years ago in 1834.
Quick Facts about Belvidere
| Population | 24,731 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Boone County |
| Postal code | 61008 |
| Phone Area Codes | 815 |
| Area | 31.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.2639,-88.8443 |
| Altitude | 827 feet / 252 meters |
| Capital city | Belvidere is capital of Boone County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1835 (191 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:51:10 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 775 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -3.45% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 75℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Belvidere is located at 42°15'50"N 88°50'39"W (42.2639100, -88.8442700).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Belvidere decreased by 3.45% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 25,585 | - | census |
| 2011 | 25,573 | -0.05% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 25,360 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 25,349 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 25,301 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,235 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,212 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 25,167 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 25,097 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 25,014 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 24,731 | -1.14% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Belvidere
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Belvidere, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148380 | Rock Valley College | Rockford (IL) | 61114-5699 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Belvidere, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCK | Rockford, Illinois | 7559 Walton St. | BUS |
| BET | South Beloit, Illinois | 15766 Manchester Road | BUS |
| JVL | Janesville, Wisconsin | 3120 North Pontiac Drive | BUS |
| PLO | Plano | 101 West Main Street | RAIL |
| NPV | Naperville | 105 E. Fourth Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Belvidere.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Belvider Post Office | Belvidere (IL) | 61008 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Belvidere, New Jersey town in New Jersey with a population of 2,563 people.
- Belvidere, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 56 people.
- Belvidere, Nebraska human settlement in Thayer County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 45 people.
Other cities in Boone County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Boone County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Poplar Grove | 5,075 | Human settlement |
| Capron | 1,343 | City in Boone County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Timberlane | 934 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Hunter | 227 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Caledonia | 182 | Village in Boone County, Illinois, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Belvidere distances to largest Illinois cities