Charleston, Illinois
Charleston: city in Illinois
About
Charleston is a city located in the county of Coles in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 21,838 and a population density of 902 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 20,034 inhabitants.
The city was created 195 years ago in 1830.
Quick Facts about Charleston
| Population | 20,034 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Coles County |
| Postal code | 61920 |
| Phone Area Codes | 217 |
| Area | 24.2 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.4962,-88.1762 |
| Altitude | 696 feet / 212 meters |
| Capital city | Charleston is capital of Coles County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1831 (195 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:14:55 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 828 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -9% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Charleston is located at 39°29'46"N 88°10'34"W (39.4961500, -88.1761500).
Charleston map
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Weather
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. West southwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph....
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Charleston decreased by 9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 21,838 | - | census |
| 2011 | 21,844 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 21,642 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 21,382 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 21,075 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 20,811 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 20,555 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 20,404 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 20,238 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 20,176 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 20,034 | -0.71% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Charleston
1Lincoln Douglas Debate Museum
126 E St, Charleston, IL 61920, United States View details
Phone: +12173457919
People born in Charleston (19)
People born in Charleston, including cinematographer Gregg Toland, musician Charlotte Martin, actor Charles Clary, .
More notable people
- Ronald W. Davis (American biochemist) he was born in 17/07/1941
- Alice Baber (American artist (1928-1982)) she was born in 22/08/1928
- Rex Morgan (basketball player) he was born in 27/10/1948
- Carlos Talbott (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal) he was born in 28/01/1920
- Charlie Whitehouse (American baseball player) he was born in 25/01/1894
- Jeff Gossett (American football player) he was born in 25/01/1957
- Marty Pattin (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 06/04/1943
- Mike Phillips (American politician) he was born in 24/03/1958
- Ray Fisher (American football player) he was born in 12/02/1934
- Eli Ethelbert Rosebraugh (American baseball player) he was born in 08/09/1875
- Isaac E. Smith (American boat builder) he was born in 21/01/1858
- Dave Slifer she was born in 01/01/2000
- Earl William Anderson (American basketball player) he was born in 13/03/1897
- Larry Stuffle he was born in 01/01/1949
- Cora Meek (American quiltmaker) she was born in 15/09/1889
- Robert Maloy (United States Air Force officer) he was born in 14/02/1924
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Charleston, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144892 | Eastern Illinois University | Charleston (IL) | 61920 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Charleston, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| CHM | Illinois Terminal | 45 East University Ave. | RAIL |
| DVI | Danville, Illinois | 379 Lynch Road | BUS |
| RTL | Rantoul | West Sangamon and North Kentucky Aves. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Charleston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Post Office | Charleston (IL) | 61920 |
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- Charleston, South Carolina The most populous city in South Carolina. with a population of 139,714 people.
- Charleston, West Virginia The capital of West Virginia. with a population of 45,879 people.
- Charleston, Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 5,015 people.
- Charleston, Pennsylvania township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania with a population of 3,390 people.
- Charleston, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 2,500 people.
- Charleston, Michigan township in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States with a population of 2,048 people.
- Charleston, Mississippi city in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi with a population of 1,882 people.
- Charleston, Maine human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 1,675 people.
- Charleston, New York town in Montgomery County, New York with a population of 1,318 people.
- Charleston, Tennessee human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 706 people.
- Charleston, Utah town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States with a population of 496 people.
- Charleston, Kansas human settlement in United States of America with a population of 74 people.
Other cities in Coles County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Coles County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mattoon | 17,513 | City in Illinois |
| Paradise | 1,293 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Hutton | 879 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Ashmore | 740 | Township in Coles County, Illinois |
| Embarrass | 559 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Humboldt | 414 | Village in Coles County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Lerna | 274 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Oakland | 127 | City in Coles County, Illinois, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Charleston distances to largest Illinois cities