Gillespie, Illinois
Gillespie: city in Illinois, United States
About
Gillespie is a city located in the county of Macoupin in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,319 and a population density of 2,228 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,048 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Gillespie
| Population | 3,048 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Phone Area Codes | 217 |
| Area | 1.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.1298,-89.8195 |
| Altitude | 663 feet / 202 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 00:46:57 (1st May 2026) |
| Postal code | 62033 |
| Density | 2,046 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -8.89% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Gillespie is located at 39°7'47"N 89°49'10"W (39.1297700, -89.8195400).
Gillespie map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 59. North wind 6 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Gillespie decreased by 8.89% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,319 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,311 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,260 | -1.56% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,232 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,195 | -1.16% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,160 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,168 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,147 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,123 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,097 | -0.84% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,048 | -1.61% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Gillespie, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 149499 | Tri-County Beauty Academy | LITCHFIELD (IL) | 62056 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Gillespie, 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 |
| SPI | Springfield station | East Washington and North Third Sts. | RAIL |
| KWD | Kirkwood | 110 West Argonne Dr. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Gillespie.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Gill Post Office | Gillespie (IL) | 62033 |
Other cities in Macoupin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Macoupin County , IL. (more)
| 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 |
| Piasa | 3,151 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| 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 |
| Benld | 1,406 | City in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States |
| Barr | 1,208 | Unincorporated community in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States |
| Palmyra | 654 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Shipman | 583 | Township in Macoupin County, Illinois |
| Wilsonville | 550 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Medora | 390 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Mount Clare | 262 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Sawyerville | 261 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Gillespie distances to largest Illinois cities