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Clinton Illinois Map

Explore Clinton, Illinois, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Clinton, Illinois

How to Use This Clinton, Illinois Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Clinton, Illinois. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Illinois or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Clinton.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Clinton
State	Illinois (IL)
County	De Witt County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	40.153648
Longitude	-88.964525
Population	7,004
Density	757.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	61727
Area Code	309
County Seat	Clinton
School District	Clinton Community Unit School District 15

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About Clinton, Illinois

Clinton is a locality in De Witt County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,004. The population density is 757.1 people per km². Clinton is located at 40.1536°N, 88.9645°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Clinton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 61727.

Clinton rises from the flat, fertile expanse of the Illinois prairie, defined by the quiet passage of Tenmile Creek as it winds through the landscape. It lies 9.6 miles west-southwest of DeWitt, IL (from DeWitt, IL: bearing 259°T), and is situated 17.0 miles southwest of LeRoy. The horizon here is vast and punctuated by the seasonal shift of crops, with the distant, faint silhouette of Blind Horse Ridge occasionally marking the edge of the sky. Within the immediate vicinity, Banta Lakes offer a localized stillness that reflects the expansive Midwestern light. Residents of Clinton find solace in the open air of Downey Park, where the land remains accessible and unadorned. The soil itself is deep and dark, a testament to the ancient grasses that once dominated this inland reach, far from the influence of any salt or tide.

Economic life in Clinton has long been tethered to the rhythm of the rail and the productivity of the surrounding fields. Early development flourished through the expansion of the railroad, which transformed the settlement into a vital hub for regional transport and logistics. Today, the local economy balances traditional agricultural output with industrial operations that support the broader energy sector. The community maintains a steady pace, grounded by a history of labor that values utility and persistence in the face of changing markets. Buildings of brick and limestone suggest a legacy of careful construction, reflecting the industrious spirit of a population that has weathered economic cycles with quiet resolve.

Cultural identity in Clinton is shaped by a sense of neighborly familiarity and a shared appreciation for the simple, deliberate pace of life on the plains. The DeWitt County Courthouse stands as a centerpiece of local architecture, its presence anchoring the civic square where residents gather for seasonal festivals and town events. While the pace is measured, the town maintains a connection to the broader legacy of the region, often echoing the historical gravity associated with the life and legal practice of Abraham Lincoln. Those who walk the streets of Clinton encounter a landscape where the past is not merely remembered but integrated into the current flow of daily affairs. The air often carries the scent of turned earth, a reminder of the quiet, industrious character that defines the people and their long-standing connection to this specific portion of the prairie.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bronze Fireman (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 215° SW
Kiwanis Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 118° SE
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 013° N
Rotary Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 165° S
Weldon Springs State Park (State Recreation Area) — 2.6 mi, 138° SE
Mettler Woods Natural Heritage Landmark (Conservation Area) — 4.4 mi, 266° W
Kickapoo Creek (Conservation Area) — 10.6 mi, 341° N
Friends Creek Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 12.2 mi, 133° SE
Kenneth L. Schroeder Wildlife Sanctuary (Local Conservation Area) — 15.1 mi, 002° N
American Giants Museum (Museum) — 15.9 mi, 298° NW
Route 66 Arcade Museum (Museum) — 15.9 mi, 298° NW
Atlanta Museum (Museum) — 15.9 mi, 298° NW
Stubblefield Woodlots Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 16.0 mi, 331° NW
Bosarth Memorial (Monument) — 18.0 mi, 007° N
Robert Allerton Park (State Conservation Area) — 18.8 mi, 125° SE
Moraine View State Recreational Area (State Recreation Area) — 20.5 mi, 034° NE
Lincoln Heritage Museum (Museum) — 20.8 mi, 271° W
VIP Lincoln Grand (Cinema) — 21.1 mi, 269° W
Wabash Station (Attraction) — 21.2 mi, 177° S
Hieronymus Mueller Museum (Museum) — 21.3 mi, 180° S
Mueller Monument (Monument) — 21.5 mi, 181° S
Historic US Route 66 Sign (Attraction) — 21.6 mi, 354° N
Harristown Depot (Attraction) — 21.7 mi, 197° S
Edward R. Madigan State Park (State Park) — 22.1 mi, 264° W
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 22.3 mi, 174° S
The Tropics Restaurant Neon Sign (Attraction) — 22.3 mi, 271° W
Sound of Illinois Chorus (Theatre) — 22.7 mi, 356° N
Bald Eagle (Viewpoint) — 22.8 mi, 173° S
Student Art Gallery (Gallery) — 22.9 mi, 007° N
Emiquon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 59.3 mi, 281° W · 5,262 acres

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