Charleston, Illinois
Charleston: City in Illinois
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Charleston is a city located in the county of Coles in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 21,838 and a population density of 902 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 20,034 inhabitants.
The city was created 193 years ago in 1830.
Quick Facts about Charleston
| Population : | 20,034 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Illinois (United States) |
| County : | Coles County |
| Postal code : | 61920 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 217 |
| Area : | 24.2 km2 |
| Altitude : | 696 feet / 212 meters |
| Capital city : | Charleston is capital of Coles County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1831 (193 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 11:02:00 (21st December 2024) |
| Density : | 828 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -9% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Charleston is located at 39°29'46"N 88°10'34"W (39.4961500, -88.1761500).
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- Official Website
Official website of Charleston
Demographics
According to census records, the population of Charleston decreased by 9% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 21,838 | - | census |
| 2011 | 21,844 | 0.03% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 21,642 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 21,382 | -1.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 21,075 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 20,811 | -1.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 20,555 | -1.25% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 20,404 | -0.74% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 20,238 | -0.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 20,176 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 20,034 | -0.71% | estimation process |
Charleston zip code is 61920.
County name: Coles, County
fips: 17029
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Best Things to Do in Charleston
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People born in Charleston (19)
People born in Charleston, including cinematographer Gregg Toland, musician Charlotte Martin, actor Charles Clary, .
List
- Ronald W. Davis (American biochemist) he was born in 17/07/1941
- Alice Baber (American artist (1928-1982)) she was born in 22/08/1928
- Rex Morgan (basketball player) he was born in 27/10/1948
- Carlos Talbott (Recipient of the Purple Heart medal) he was born in 28/01/1920
- Charlie Whitehouse (American baseball player) he was born in 25/01/1894
- Jeff Gossett (American football player) he was born in 25/01/1957
- Marty Pattin (American baseball player and coach) he was born in 06/04/1943
- Mike Phillips (American politician) he was born in 24/03/1958
- Ray Fisher (American football player) he was born in 12/02/1934
- Eli Ethelbert Rosebraugh (American baseball player) he was born in 08/09/1875
- Isaac E. Smith (American boat builder) he was born in 21/01/1858
- Dave Slifer she was born in 01/01/2000
- Earl William Anderson (American basketball player) he was born in 13/03/1897
- Larry Stuffle he was born in 01/01/1949
- Cora Meek (American quiltmaker) she was born in 15/09/1889
- Robert Maloy (United States Air Force officer) he was born in 14/02/1924
Schools in Charleston
College & universities near Charleston, IL
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 144892 | Eastern Illinois University | Charleston (IL) | 61920 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near Charleston, IL
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| CHM | Illinois Terminal | 45 East University Ave. | RAIL |
| DVI | Danville, Illinois | 379 Lynch Road | BUS |
| RTL | Rantoul | West Sangamon and North Kentucky Aves. | RAIL |
Post offices near Charleston
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston Post Office | Charleston (IL) | 61920 |
Other places with the same name (13)
- Charleston , South Carolina The most populous city in South Carolina. It is located on the Ashley and Cooper rivers in southeastern South Carolina. Charleston is known for its many historic buildings, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Charleston Museum and the Fort Sumter National Monument. with a population of 139,714 people.
- Charleston , West Virginia The capital of West Virginia. It is located on the Kanawha River in the eastern part of the state. Charleston is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the West Virginia State Capitol and the Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences. with a population of 45,879 people.
- Charleston , Missouri city in Missouri with a population of 5,015 people.
- Charleston , Pennsylvania township in Tioga County, Pennsylvania with a population of 3,390 people.
- Charleston , Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 2,500 people.
- Charleston , Michigan township in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States with a population of 2,048 people.
- Charleston , Mississippi city in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi with a population of 1,882 people.
- Charleston , Maine human settlement in Penobscot County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 1,675 people.
- Charleston , New York town in Montgomery County, New York with a population of 1,318 people.
- Charleston , Tennessee human settlement in Bradley County, Tennessee, United States of America with a population of 706 people.
- Charleston , Utah town in Wasatch County, Utah, United States with a population of 496 people.
- Charleston , Kansas human settlement in United States of America with a population of 74 people.
Other cities in Coles County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Coles County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mattoon | 17,513 | City in Illinois |
| Paradise | 1,293 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Hutton | 879 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Ashmore | 740 | Township in Coles County, Illinois |
| Embarrass | 559 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Humboldt | 414 | Village in Coles County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Lerna | 274 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Oakland | 127 | City in Coles County, Illinois, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Charleston distances to largest Illinois cities
