DeKalb, Illinois
DeKalb: The county seat of DeKalb County, Illinois.
About
DeKalb is a city located in the county of DeKalb in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 43,862 and a population density of 1,096 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,621 inhabitants.
The city was created 189 years ago in 1836.
Quick Facts about DeKalb
| Population | 42,621 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Postal code | 60115 |
| Phone Area Codes | 309 |
| Area | 40.01 km2 |
| Official name | DeKalb |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.9295,-88.7504 |
| Altitude | 879 feet / 268 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1837 (189 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:47:29 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,065 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.91% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 74℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
DeKalb is located at 41°55'46"N 88°45'1"W (41.9294700, -88.7503600).
DeKalb map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 74. East wind around 5 mph, with gusts as high as 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of DeKalb decreased by 2.91% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,862 | - | census |
| 2011 | 43,720 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 43,514 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 43,265 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 43,256 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 42,990 | -0.62% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 42,824 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 42,871 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 42,801 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 42,950 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,621 | -0.77% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in DeKalb
1Prairie Park
615 Ellwood Ave, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
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2Katz Park
393 W Dresser Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
Phone: +18157586663 | Website available
3Afton Forest Preserve
13600 Crego Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
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4Ellwood House Museum
420 Linden Pl, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
Phone: +18157564609 | Website available
5STAR WORLDS ARCADE
1234 E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
Phone: +18157874599 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in DeKalb
1Department of Agriculture
2280 Bethany Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115, United States View details
People born in DeKalb (30)
People born in DeKalb, including model Cindy Crawford, actress Barbara Hale, actor Richard Jenkins, .
More notable people
- W. Willard Wirtz (American Secretary of Labor) he was born in 14/03/1912
- Brad Bradley (American professional wrestler) he was born in 17/11/1990
- A. J. Bramlett (American basketball player) he was born in 10/01/1977
- Evar Swanson (American baseball player (1902-1973)) he was born in 15/10/1902
- Charles I. Barber (American architect) he was born in 25/10/1887
- Chris Verene (American photographer) he was born in 29/10/1969
- George Franklin Barber (American architect) he was born in 31/07/1854
- Karl Nelson (American football player) he was born in 14/06/1960
- Kathy Ashe (American politician) she was born in 14/11/1946
- Mike Heimerdinger (American football player and coach (1952-2011)) he was born in 13/10/1952
- Rich Eychaner (American businessman) he was born in 15/11/1948
- T. J. Hart (American movie actor) she was born in 25/02/1967
- Wix Garner (American sports coach (1897-1978)) he was born in 29/01/1897
- Lee Foss (American DJ and record producer)
- Shirley Luhtala (American baseball player) she was born in 09/04/1933
- Fred Eychaner (American philanthropist) he was born in 01/01/1945
- Greg Smith he was born in 01/01/1970
- John Little (actor) he was born in 12/08/1956
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to DeKalb, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 484084 | Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology | Dekalb (IL) | 60115-3301 |
Nearby Transit Stations (19)
Rail and bus stations connected to DeKalb, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO | Plano | 101 West Main Street | RAIL |
| RCK | Rockford, Illinois | 7559 Walton St. | BUS |
| MDT | Mendota station | 783 Main Street | RAIL |
| NPV | Naperville | 105 E. Fourth Ave. | RAIL |
| BET | South Beloit, Illinois | 15766 Manchester Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to DeKalb.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Dekalb Post Office | Dekalb (IL) | 60115 |
Other cities in DeKalb County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in DeKalb County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sycamore | 18,317 | City in Illinois |
| Sandwich | 7,384 | Town in DeKalb, Kendall, and LaSalle counties, Illinois, United States |
| Genoa | 5,251 | City in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States |
| Cortland | 4,393 | Township in DeKalb County, Illinois |
| Hinckley | 2,042 | Illinois |
| Somonauk | 1,860 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Kirkland | 1,717 | Village in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States |
| Waterman | 1,497 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Malta | 1,161 | Village in Illinois, US |
| Shabbona | 913 | Township in DeKalb County, Illinois |
Distance to Other Cities
DeKalb distances to largest Illinois cities