Lerna, Illinois
Lerna: human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
About
Lerna is a city located in the county of Coles in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 286 and a population density of 2,383 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 274 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Lerna
| Population | 274 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Coles County |
| Area | 0.12 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.4184,-88.2887 |
| Altitude | 2,431 feet / 741 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:04:08 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 62440 |
| Density | 2,283 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Partly Cloudy then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Lerna is located at 39°25'6"N 88°17'19"W (39.4183700, -88.2886600).
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Weather
Isolated showers and thunderstorms between 3am and 5am, then scattered showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 58. Southwest wind...
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Lerna decreased by 4.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 286 | - | census |
| 2011 | 281 | -1.78% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 280 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 280 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 278 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 280 | 0.71% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 279 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 277 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 274 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 273 | -0.37% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 274 | 0.36% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Lerna
1Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
402 S Lincoln Hwy, Lerna, IL 62440, United States View details
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Lerna, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146506 | Lake Land College | Mattoon (IL) | 61938 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to Lerna, 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 Lerna.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Lerna Post Office | Lerna (IL) | 62440 |
Other cities in Coles County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Coles County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 20,034 | City in Illinois |
| 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 |
| Oakland | 127 | City in Coles County, Illinois, United States |