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Ashkum, Illinois, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Ashkum, United States

Thursday, 13 August 2026
16:26:48 PDT
State: Illinois
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 737
District: Iroquois County

🗺 Map of Ashkum, Illinois, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Ashkum, a city in Illinois, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ashkum β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Ashkum.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Ashkum, Illinois

📍 LATITUDE
40.88°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
87.955°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.8803° N87.955° W
Signed Decimal Degrees40.8803-87.955
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 52' 49" N87° 57' 18" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 52.8186' N87° 57.3024' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Ashkum Today

🔥 SUNRISE
03:59 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
10:56 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Ashkum’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Ashkum’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,551 km
(2,828 mi) • Ashkum is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,403 km
(4,600 mi) • Ashkum is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.88° S, 92.045° E
The point exactly opposite Ashkum through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Ashkum, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,944 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Ashkum

📍 Location Details

CityAshkum
StateIllinois (State of Illinois)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictIroquois County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population737
Area (km²)2.08 km²
Area (mi²)0.80 mi²
Pop. Density354.33 /km²
Elevation204 m / 669 ft
GPS (DD)40.8803, -87.955

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Ashkum

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Illinois
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 737
🏆 State Rank: #850 of 994 most populous in Illinois
🏠 Share of Illinois Population: 0.006%
📏 Built-Up Area: 2.08 km²
👥 Population Density: 354 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ashkum to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Illinois.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
CliftonIllinoisN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
DanforthIllinoisS7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
GilmanIllinoisS13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
ChebanseIllinoisN14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
Crescent CityIllinoisSE15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
OnargaIllinoisS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Ashkum to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Springfield
187 km (116 mi)
SW of Ashkum • ~3h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
124 km (77 mi)
W of Ashkum • ~2h 4m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Illinois

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Illinois, the home state of Ashkum, along with each city's aerial distance from Springfield, Illinois's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Chicago41.85° N-87.6501° W179 m283 km🗺 View Map
Aurora41.7606° N-88.3201° W207 m245 km🗺 View Map
Rockford42.2711° N-89.094° W218 m278 km🗺 View Map
Joliet41.5252° N-88.0834° W165 m232 km🗺 View Map
Naperville41.7859° N-88.1473° W216 m254 km🗺 View Map
Peoria40.6937° N-89.589° W153 m99 km🗺 View Map
Springfield39.8017° N-89.6437° W182 m0 km🗺 View Map
North Peoria40.7175° N-89.5843° W193 m102 km🗺 View Map
Elgin42.0373° N-88.2812° W227 m274 km🗺 View Map
Waukegan42.3636° N-87.8448° W199 m322 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal
IATA: BMI
93 km (58 mi) from Ashkum
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🌍 Ashkum Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Ashkum Matter

The exact GPS location of Ashkum gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Illinois. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Illinois state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Ashkum Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Ashkum are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Ashkum

The satellite view of Ashkum lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Ashkum in Illinois

Ashkum sits within Illinois, United States, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Ashkum Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Ashkum for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Illinois. › Browse every city in Illinois

💻 Using Ashkum Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Ashkum in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Ashkum Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Ashkum directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Ashkum. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Illinois CitiesAccess the full city directory for Illinois ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Ashkum Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Ashkum?

The GPS coordinates of Ashkum are latitude 40.8803° and longitude -87.955°. In directional format: 40.8803° N, 87.955° W. These coordinates mark the center of Ashkum in Illinois and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Ashkum located?

Ashkum is a city in Illinois, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Iroquois County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Ashkum?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ashkum sits at: Latitude 40° 52' 49" N and Longitude 87° 57' 18" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Ashkum?

Ashkum has a population of approximately 737 people. This is roughly 0.006% of Illinois's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Illinois.

🗺 How can I view Ashkum on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Ashkum is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.8803, -87.955 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ashkum in Illinois. For broader context, explore the Illinois state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Ashkum?

The nearest airport to Ashkum is Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal (BMI), roughly 93 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Ashkum from Springfield?

Ashkum is approximately 187 km (116 mi) from Springfield, the capital of Illinois, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Illinois.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Ashkum?

Ashkum sits at an elevation of approximately 204 meters (669 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Illinois.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Ashkum?

The closest cities to Ashkum include Clifton, Danforth, Gilman. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Ashkum today?

Today in Ashkum, sunrise is at 03:59 AM and sunset is at 05:53 PM, giving a day length of 13h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ashkum's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Ashkum from the Equator?

Ashkum is approximately 4,551 km (2,828 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,403 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Ashkum?

The antipodal point of Ashkum — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,944 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Ashkum from Washington, the capital of United States?

Ashkum is approximately 124 km (77 mi) W of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.