Zion, Illinois
Zion: city in Lake County, Illinois, US
About
Zion is a city located in the county of Lake in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 24,413 and a population density of 958 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 23,321 inhabitants.
The city was created 125 years ago in 1900.
Quick Facts about Zion
| Population | 23,321 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Lake County |
| Postal code | 60099 |
| Area | 25.49 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.4461,-87.8329 |
| Altitude | 591 feet / 180 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1901 (125 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 20:00:20 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 915 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.68% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Zion is located at 42°26'46"N 87°49'58"W (42.4461300, -87.8328500).
Zion map
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Official website of Zion
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Zion decreased by 4.68% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,413 | - | census |
| 2011 | 24,376 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 24,316 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 24,324 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 24,273 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 24,133 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 24,048 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 23,904 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 23,653 | -1.06% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 23,487 | -0.71% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 23,321 | -0.71% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Zion
1Illinois Beach State Park
1 Lake Front Dr, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18476624811 | Website available
2Edge of Escape Rooms
600 29th St, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18472623666 | Website available
3North Dunes Nature Preserve
Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Website available
4Beulah Park
19th, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18477465500 | Website available
5Shiloh Park
1619 27th St, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Where to Eat in Zion
1Culver's
3335 Sheridan Rd, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18478729401 | Website available
2Burger King
2213 Sheridan Rd, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +17088726587 | Website available
3Little Caesars Pizza
2340 Sheridan Rd, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +12243309722 | Website available
4Dunkin'
4551 IL-173 Unit B, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +12247897295 | Website available
5Jimmy John's
2111 Sheridan Rd, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18472463762 | Website available
Where to Stay in Zion
1Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Zion, IL
1100 33rd St, Zion, IL 60099, United States View details
Phone: +18477460101 | Website available
People born in Zion (8)
People born in Zion, including actor Gary Coleman, film, stage and television actor Richard Bull, basketball coach and manager John Hammond, .
More notable people
- Paul Erickson (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 14/12/1915
- Russell Nype (American actor) he was born in 26/04/1924
- Lenzelle Smith Jr. (American basketball player (1991-)) he was born in 03/10/1991
- Carl G. Streed (American physician, researcher, and LGBTQ+ advocate)
- Grace Jean Baird (American teacher and botanist (1882-1921)) she was born in 23/03/1882
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Zion, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 462053 | State Career College | Waukegan (IL) | 60085-5129 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Zion, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SVT | Sturtevant station | 9900 East Exploration Court | RAIL |
| GLN | Glenview station | 1116 Depot St. | RAIL |
| MKA | Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station | 5601 South 6th Street | RAIL |
| CHI | Chicago Union Station | 225 South Canal Street | RAIL |
| MKE | Milwaukee Intermodal Station | 433 West St. Paul Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Zion.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Zion Post Office | Zion (IL) | 60099 |
Other cities in Lake County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lake County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Waukegan | 85,453 | The second most populous city in Lake County, Illinois. |
| Mundelein | 30,945 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Gurnee | 30,168 | Village in Illinois |
| North Chicago | 29,639 | City and suburb of Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Highland Park | 29,427 | City in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Round Lake Beach | 26,919 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Vernon Hills | 26,425 | City in United States of America |
| Grayslake | 20,584 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Libertyville | 20,155 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Lake Zurich | 19,760 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Lake Forest | 19,379 | City in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Deerfield | 18,532 | Village in Illinois |
| Round Lake | 17,982 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Antioch | 14,174 | Town in the American state of Illinois |
| Lindenhurst | 14,117 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Beach Park | 13,641 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Zion distances to largest Illinois cities