Du Quoin Illinois Map

About Du Quoin, Illinois

Du Quoin is a locality in Perry County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,726. The population density is 319.8 people per km². Du Quoin is located at 38.0114°N, 89.2362°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62832.

Du Quoin rests in the gently rolling terrain of Perry County, a place where the sky often feels vast and the horizon promises more than meets the eye. It lies 51.1 miles north-north-east of Cape Girardeau, MO (from Cape Girardeau, MO: bearing 17°T), and is situated 9.3 miles east-south-east of Pinckneyville. The land here is a mosaic of cultivated fields, their rich, dark earth yielding to the seasons, interspersed with stands of hardwood trees that offer a welcome shade in the summer sun. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean scent of damp soil and growing things, a constant reminder of the agricultural pulse that beats through this corner of southern Illinois. Evenings often bring a soft, diffused light, painting the clouds in hues of rose and lavender as the day’s heat slowly dissipates, leaving a quiet stillness that settles over the scattered homes and businesses. The story of Du Quoin is deeply entwined with the bounty of the earth, particularly its rich coal seams that once fueled a bustling industry and drew a diverse population to its streets. This legacy of mining has left an indelible mark, a quiet strength in the character of its people, who know the value of hard work and community. While the deep shafts may be silent now, the spirit of resourcefulness endures, finding expression in the local businesses that serve the surrounding farms and in the annual events that bring neighbors together. The Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, a sprawling expanse that hosts a vibrant celebration each summer, stands as a testament to this enduring spirit, a place where the echoes of generations past mingle with the laughter and excitement of the present.

About This Du Quoin Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Du Quoin, Illinois with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Du Quoin and Perry County.

Detailed location data for Du Quoin includes the ZIP code (62832), telephone area code (618), county seat of Perry County (Pinckneyville), and school district assignment (Du Quoin Community Unit School District 300). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Du Quoin is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.