Benld, Illinois
Benld: City in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States.
About
Benld is a city located in the county of Macoupin in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,556 and a population density of 1,468 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,406 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Benld
| Population | 1,406 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Phone Area Codes | 217 |
| Area | 1.06 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0928,-89.8040 |
| Altitude | 620 feet / 189 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 08:36:23 (23rd September 2026) |
| Postal code | 62009 |
| Density | 1,326 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9.64% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Benld is located at 39°5'34"N 89°48'14"W (39.0928200, -89.8039800).
Benld map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Benld decreased by 9.64% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,556 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,550 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,526 | -1.55% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,513 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,492 | -1.39% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,477 | -1.01% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,463 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,452 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,441 | -0.76% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,422 | -1.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,406 | -1.13% | estimation process |
People born in Benld (2)
People born in Benld, including biochemist James Spudich, American-football player Libero Bertagnolli, .
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Benld, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149499 | Tri-County Beauty Academy | LITCHFIELD (IL) | 62056 |
| 143288 | Blackburn College | Carlinville (IL) | 62626 |
| 146603 | Lewis and Clark Community College | Godfrey (IL) | 62035 |
| 149231 | Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville | Edwardsville (IL) | 62026-1259 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Benld, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRV | Carlinville | 128 Alton Rd. | RAIL |
| ALN | Alton | 3400 College Ave. | RAIL |
| STL | Gateway Transportation Center | 551 South 16th St. | RAIL |
| KWD | Kirkwood | 110 West Argonne Dr. | RAIL |
| SPI | Springfield station | East Washington and North Third Sts. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Benld.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Benld Post Office | Benld (IL) | 62009 |
Other cities in Macoupin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Macoupin County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Carlinville | 5,441 | City in Illinois |
| Staunton | 4,919 | Township in Macoupin County, Illinois |
| Virden | 3,302 | City in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States |
| Gillespie | 3,048 | City in Illinois, United States |
| Girard | 1,981 | City in Illinois |
| Brighton | 1,967 | Village in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States |
| Mount Olive | 1,911 | City in Illinois |
| Bunker Hill | 1,664 | City in Illinois, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Benld distances to largest Illinois cities