Preston, Illinois
Preston: unincorporated community in Illinois, United States
About
Preston is a city located in the county of Randolph in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,247. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,203 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Preston
| Population | 1,203 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.1062,-89.8601 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:43:35 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -3.66% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 54℉ Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Preston is located at 38°6'22"N 89°51'36"W (38.1061600, -89.8601000).
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Weather
Clear. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 58 overnight. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Preston decreased by 3.66% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,247 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,246 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,243 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,233 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,237 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,235 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,226 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,229 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,220 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,208 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,203 | -0.42% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Preston, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 417442 | Career Center of Southern Illinois | Red Bud (IL) | 62278 |
Nearby Transit Stations (10)
Rail and bus stations connected to Preston, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DQN | Du Quoin | 20 North Chestnut St. | RAIL |
| STL | Gateway Transportation Center | 551 South 16th St. | RAIL |
| KWD | Kirkwood | 110 West Argonne Dr. | RAIL |
| CDL | Carbondale station | 401 South Illinois St. | RAIL |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Preston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Evansvill Post Office | Evansville (IL) | 62242 |
Other places with the same name (12)
- Preston, Idaho city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States with a population of 5,557 people.
- Preston, Pennsylvania township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania with a population of 1,003 people.
- Preston, Wisconsin a city in Grant County, Wisconsin with a population of 980 people.
- Preston, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 975 people.
- Preston, Iowa city in Jackson County, Iowa, United States with a population of 941 people.
- Preston, Maryland human settlement in Caroline County, Maryland, United States of America with a population of 700 people.
- Preston, Minnesota city in Fillmore County, Minnesota, United States with a population of 379 people.
- Preston, Missouri village in Hickory County, Missouri, United States with a population of 220 people.
- Preston, South Dakota township in Brookings County, South Dakota with a population of 184 people.
- Preston, Kansas city in Kansas, USA with a population of 148 people.
- Preston, North Dakota township in Ransom County, North Dakota with a population of 74 people.
- Preston, Nebraska village in Richardson County in Southeastern Nebraska, United States with a population of 26 people.
Other cities in Randolph County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Randolph County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Campton | 11,063 | Township in Kane County, Illinois |
| Chester | 8,145 | City in Illinois |
| Randolph | 4,394 | City in Illinois, United States |
| Sparta | 4,202 | City in Randolph County, Illinois |
| Red Bud | 3,442 | City in Randolph County, Illinois, United States |
| Steeleville | 1,890 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| Eden | 1,358 | Unincorporated settlement in Randolph County in southern Illinois, USA |
| Percy | 910 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Coulterville | 880 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Tilden | 827 | Town in Illinois, United States |
| Evansville | 631 | Village in Illinois |
| Blair | 602 | Place in Illinois, United States |
| Prairie du Rocher | 548 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Ellis Grove | 345 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Baldwin | 335 | Village in Randolph County, Illinois, United States |
| Ruma | 300 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Preston distances to largest Illinois cities