Hamilton Illinois Map

About Hamilton, Illinois

Hamilton is a locality in Hancock County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,714. The population density is 296.9 people per km². Hamilton is located at 40.3964°N, 91.3390°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62379.

Hamilton unfolds along the broad, slow sweep of the Mississippi River, its buildings clustered in a gentle embrace of rolling hills that descend toward the water's edge. It lies 32.1 miles north of Quincy, IL (from Quincy, IL: bearing 7°T), and is situated 2.4 miles east of Keokuk. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and distant woodsmoke, a constant reminder of the land's fertile generosity. Afternoons often bring a soft, diffused light that paints the weathered clapboard houses and mature oak trees in hues of honey and moss, lending a quiet dignity to the landscape. The river itself, a vast, shimmering ribbon, dictates the pulse of life, its currents mirroring the unhurried pace of the days. For generations, Hamilton has drawn its livelihood from the rich soil and the abundant waters. Agriculture has always been the bedrock, with corn and soybeans stretching in verdant waves across the surrounding countryside, their stalks whispering secrets to the wind. The river, of course, remains a vital artery, historically a conduit for commerce and now a playground for those who find solace in its gentle sway. While industry has ebbed and flowed, the enduring spirit of Hamilton is one of resilience, a quiet pride in its heritage and a deep connection to the land that sustains it.

About This Hamilton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hamilton, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.396433, -91.339039. 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 Hamilton and Hancock County.

Detailed location data for Hamilton includes the ZIP code (62341), telephone area code (217), county seat of Hancock County (Carthage), and school district assignment (Hamilton Community Consolidated School District 328). 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 Hamilton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.