Empire, Illinois
Empire: township in McLean County, Illinois.
About
Empire is a township located in the county of McLean in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 4,093 and a population density of 83 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,024 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Empire
| Population | 4,024 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | McLean County |
| Area | 49.41 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3056,-88.7076 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 07:02:43 (23rd September 2026) |
| Density | 81 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.69% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Empire is located at 40°18'20"N 88°42'27"W (40.3055900, -88.7075700).
Empire map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. Northeast wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Empire decreased by 1.69% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,093 | - | census |
| 2011 | 4,114 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 4,127 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 4,173 | 1.11% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 4,142 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 4,115 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 4,100 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 4,088 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 4,065 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,032 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,024 | -0.2% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Empire, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 367051 | Hairmasters Institute of Cosmetology | Bloomington (IL) | 61701 |
Nearby Transit Stations (12)
Rail and bus stations connected to Empire, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BNL | Uptown Station | 100 East Parkinson St. | RAIL |
| CHM | Illinois Terminal | 45 East University Ave. | RAIL |
| RTL | Rantoul | West Sangamon and North Kentucky Aves. | RAIL |
| LCN | Lincoln | Broadway and North Chicago Sts. | RAIL |
| PON | Pontiac station | 721 West Washington St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Empire.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Le Roy Post Office | Le Roy (IL) | 61752 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Empire, California place in Stanislaus County, USA. with a population of 4,189 people.
Other cities in McLean County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McLean County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomington | 77,132 | The second most populous city in McLean County, Illinois. |
| Normal | 54,451 | Town in McLean County, Illinois, United States |
| Le Roy | 3,498 | City in McLean County, Illinois, United States |
| Heyworth | 2,869 | Village in McLean County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Lexington | 2,020 | City in McLean County, Illinois, United States |
| Hudson | 1,810 | Village in McLean County, Illinois, United States |
| Chenoa | 1,717 | City in Illinois |
| Gridley | 1,392 | Township in McLean County, Illinois |
| Danvers | 1,093 | Township in McLean County, Illinois |
Distance to Other Cities
Empire distances to largest Illinois cities