East Dubuque Illinois Map

About East Dubuque, Illinois

East Dubuque is a locality in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,470. The population density is 191.6 people per km². East Dubuque is located at 42.4922°N, 90.6429°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61025.

East Dubuque rests against the sinuous embrace of the Mississippi River, a sentinel watching the water's ceaseless flow. It lies 1.2 miles east-south-east of Dubuque, IA (from Dubuque, IA: bearing 118°T), and is situated 5.7 miles east-south-east of Asbury. Bluffs, worn smooth by centuries of wind and rain, rise behind the town, their grassy slopes giving way to the rich, dark soil of the Illinois countryside. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and the distant hum of barge traffic, a constant reminder of the river's vital artery. Sunlight, when it breaks through the often-grey skies, casts a diffused, almost ethereal glow on the weathered facades of buildings, softening the edges of the working port. The rhythm of East Dubuque is dictated by the river's pulse, a steady, unhurried beat that echoes the lives of those who have called this place home for generations. The history of East Dubuque is inextricably linked to the mighty Mississippi, a waterway that has shaped its fortunes and its character. Early settlements were drawn to the promise of trade and transport, and the town developed as a vital link in the riverine network. For decades, the local economy thrived on industries that harnessed the river's power, from steamboat operations to the robust agricultural trade that flowed through its port. Though the steamboat era has long since faded into memory, the spirit of industry persists, visible in the active loading docks and the constant movement of goods along the water. The imposing presence of the Julien Dubuque Bridge, a modern marvel spanning the river, serves as a tangible connection to the past and a symbol of continued progress, bridging not just two states but also the passage of time.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of East Dubuque, 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 East Dubuque and Jo Daviess County.

Detailed location data for East Dubuque includes the ZIP code (61025), telephone area code (847, 224), county seat of Jo Daviess County (Galena), and school district assignment (East Dubuque Community Unit School District 119). 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 East Dubuque is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.