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Current Date And Time In Illinois, United States

Saturday, 27 June 2026
10:19:12 PDT
Capital: Springfield
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 12,710,158
Area: 149,998.00 km²
State Code: IL

🌎 Illinois, United States – Profile & Geographic Data


Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Illinois, a state or region of United States in North America. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Illinois — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.

Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making

Illinois, United States Geographic & Demographic Overview

CategoryAttributeValue
State
Full NameIllinois
Native NameState of Illinois
State CapitalSpringfield
State CodeIL
Total Districts102
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Population
Total Population12,710,158
Percentage In World Population0.1559%
Percentage In United States Population3.69%
Density per km246.36
Area
Area in km2149,998.00
Area in mi257,914.53
Area Rank in CountryRank #25
Percentage of United States Area1.56%
Currency
NameUnited States Dollar
Code ISO-4217USD
Symbol$
Dialing Code
Country Calling Code+1
International Exit Prefix011
Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD)
Domain.us
Elevation
In Meter252
In Feet827
GPS Coordinates
Latitude40.63
Longitude-89.4
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.633° N 89.399° W
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 37' 59" N 89° 23' 55" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 37.99' N 89° 23.91' W
Time Zone
UTC Offset-10:00 to -05:00
Daylight Saving Time (DST)-10:00 to -04:00

🏛️ Official State Heritage & Symbols

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🏙️ Major Cities in Illinois by Population


Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Illinois, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within United States.

City NamePopulationLatitudeLongitude
Chicago2,664,45241.85° N87.65° W
Aurora200,66141.761° N88.32° W
Rockford148,27842.271° N89.094° W
Joliet147,86141.525° N88.083° W
Naperville147,10041.786° N88.147° W
Peoria115,07040.694° N89.589° W
Springfield114,39439.802° N89.644° W
North Peoria113,00440.718° N89.584° W
Elgin112,11142.037° N88.281° W
Waukegan88,47542.364° N87.845° W
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Illinois – Complete Region Guide & Location Intelligence

📍 About Illinois, United States

Illinois is an administrative region of United States, located in North America. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within United States's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Illinois for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of United States

🌎 GPS & Geographic Coordinates of Illinois

Precise GPS coordinates of Illinois enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Illinois within United States plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering North America markets. › View Illinois on map

⏰ Time Zone & Business Hours in Illinois

Understanding the local time zone of Illinois is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones

💰 Currency & Financial Data for Illinois

The official currency used in Illinois is United States dollar (USD). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into United States need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies

📞 Dialing Code & Connectivity for Illinois

The international dialing code and phone prefix for Illinois are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across United States. › View all country calling codes

🌍 Regional Significance of Illinois

Illinois is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of United States in North America. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Illinois

📊 How This Illinois Data Helps You

🗺 Location IntelligenceUse GPS coordinates and elevation data of Illinois for site selection, real estate analysis and logistics route planning across United States. View map ›
💼 Business & Market ResearchAccess currency, time zone and dialing code details for Illinois to support market entry strategies, financial planning and international operations in United States.
✈️ Travel & Regional PlanningGet real-time local date, time and geographic details for Illinois to support travel itinerary planning, time zone coordination and regional exploration in North America. Nearby states ›

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois

👥 What is the population of Illinois?

As of the latest data, Illinois has a population of approximately 12,710,158 people. This represents approximately 3.69% of United States's total population. The population density is 46.36 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.

📐 How large is Illinois in square kilometers?

Illinois covers an area of approximately 149,998.00 square kilometers (57,914.53 square miles). This is about 1.56% of United States's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.

🏛 What is the capital of Illinois?

The capital city of Illinois is Springfield. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within United States. The national capital of United States is Washington.

🕐 What timezone is Illinois in?

Illinois follows the -10:00 to -05:00 timezone, with Daylight Saving Time (DST) adjustments to -10:00 to -04:00 — the same as its parent country United States. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.

💰 What currency is used in Illinois?

The currency used in Illinois is the United States dollar (USD), represented by the symbol $ — the official currency of United States. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.