Knoxville
City in Knox County, Illinois
Knoxville is a city in Knox County, Illinois, with 2,901 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 764 ft (233 m) above sea level. The nearest town is East Galesburg, 2.8 miles NW.
- 2,901residents (2020 Census)
- 764 ftelevation · 233 m
- 2.3 sq miland area · 6.1 km²
- 1,235 / sq mipopulation density
- 61448ZIP code
About Knoxville
Knoxville is a city in Knox County, Illinois, United States. The population was 2,901 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Galesburg Micropolitan Statistical Area
Knoxville is located just southeast of the City of Galesburg. There is a public square in the center of town with several historic buildings surrounding it including Knox County's first courthouse, city hall, the Ball log cabin, the town gallows, and several other important buildings. The Knox County Fairgrounds is just north of Knoxville on Henderson Road. Knoxville is served with two exits on Interstate 74, at U.S. Highway 150 east of town and at Henderson Road north of town. U.S. Highway 150 runs east and west through Knoxville and serves as the main business thoroughfare. Illinois Route 97 and Knox County Highway 8 also enter the city. The Knoxville Cemetery lies in the northern part of town on Market Street. The Knox County Nursing Home is located in the city. There is a grade school in Knoxville, as well as a Junior High and a High School (KHS). Among the "attractions" in Knoxville are the historic buildings, Walnut Grove Farm and Rattle Toes exhibit, the Knox County Fair held in August, and the annual Knox County Scenic Drive held in October.
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Living in Knoxville
- Median household income
- $82,863
- Median home value
- $145,300
- Median rent
- $623/mo
- Median age
- 42.6
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Knoxville had 2,901 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,901 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,235 per sq mi (477 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Knoxville at a glance
| State | Illinois (IL) |
|---|---|
| County | Knox County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 2,901 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.35 sq mi (6.1 km²) |
| Elevation | 764 ft (233 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.9069° N, 90.2857° W |
| ZIP code | 61448 |
| Official website | kville.org |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1740416 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Knoxville
- East Galesburg2.8 mi NW
- Gilson5.5 mi SE
- Galesburg5.6 mi NW
- Wataga8.2 mi N
- Henderson8.8 mi NW
- Oak Run8.9 mi NE
- Abingdon9.3 mi SW
- Maquon9.9 mi SE
- Oneida11.8 mi N
- Cameron12.1 mi W
- Victoria13.6 mi NE
- London Mills13.6 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Knoxville
What county is Knoxville in?
Knoxville is in Knox County, Illinois.
What is the population of Knoxville, IL?
2,901 people lived in Knoxville at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Knoxville, IL?
The ZIP code of Knoxville is 61448.
What is the elevation of Knoxville?
764 feet (233 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Knoxville?
East Galesburg (2.8 mi), Gilson (5.5 mi), Galesburg (5.6 mi), Wataga (8.2 mi), Henderson (8.8 mi).
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