Sangamon, Illinois
Sangamon: unincorporated community in Illinois
About
Sangamon is a city located in the county of Macon in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,357. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,173 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sangamon
| Population | 2,173 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Macon County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.8667,-88.8559 |
| Altitude | 2,238 feet / 682 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:54:06 (22nd April 2026) |
| Population growth | -8.47% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sangamon is located at 39°52'0"N 88°51'21"W (39.8667000, -88.8559100).
Sangamon map
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Weather
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7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sangamon decreased by 8.47% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,357 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,361 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,338 | -0.98% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,320 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,323 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,319 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,344 | 1.07% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,335 | -0.39% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,329 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,336 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,173 | -7.5% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sangamon, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148292 | Richland Community College | Decatur (IL) | 62521-8512 |
| 147439 | Mr John's School of Cosmetology Esthetics & Nails-Decatur | Decatur (IL) | 62521 |
| 475653 | Reflections Academy of Beauty | Decatur (IL) | 62523-1208 |
Nearby Transit Stations (11)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sangamon, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCN | Lincoln | Broadway and North Chicago Sts. | RAIL |
| CHM | Illinois Terminal | 45 East University Ave. | RAIL |
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| SPI | Springfield station | East Washington and North Third Sts. | RAIL |
| BNL | Uptown Station | 100 East Parkinson St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Sangamon.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Post Office | Decatur (IL) | 62526 |
Other cities in Macon County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Macon County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Decatur | 70,007 | The most populous city in Macon County, Illinois. |
| Mount Zion | 5,762 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Forsyth | 3,465 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Maroa | 1,700 | City in Illinois, USA |
| Harristown | 1,278 | Village in the United States |
| Long Creek | 1,262 | City in Oregon, USA |
| Casner | 1,186 | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States |
| Warrensburg | 1,112 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Macon | 1,102 | City in Illinois |
| Blue Mound | 1,065 | Village in Macon County, Illinois |
| Oakley | 988 | Township in Macon County, Illinois |
| Newburg | 885 | Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States |
| Argenta | 867 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Oreana | 804 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Niantic | 647 | Township in Macon County, Illinois |
| Chapin | 474 | Village in the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Sangamon distances to largest Illinois cities