Lemont Illinois Map

About Lemont, Illinois

Lemont is a locality in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 17,820. The population density is 772.0 people per km². Lemont is located at 41.6736°N, 88.0017°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60439.

Lemont unfolds along the Illinois River valley, its terrain sculpted by glacial activity into rolling hills that cradle pockets of dense woodland and open fields. It lies 3.8 miles east-south-east of Bolingbrook, IL (from Bolingbrook, IL: bearing 117°T), and is situated 8.2 miles west-north-west of Orland Park. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a damp, earthy scent, a reminder of the fertile soil that underpins the region. The Des Plaines River, a ribbon of silver, winds its way through the landscape, its banks often fringed with willows and cottonwoods, their leaves rustling like whispered secrets in the breeze. The character of Lemont is one of quiet resilience, a place where the natural world still holds sway, even as human endeavor marks its presence. For generations, Lemont has been shaped by its proximity to vital waterways and the resources they offered. Its history is interwoven with the development of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, a crucial artery for trade and transportation that brought prosperity and a diverse population to the area. Limestone quarrying was once a dominant force, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy structures and a distinctive geological character that still defines parts of Lemont. Today, while remnants of its industrial past remain, the local economy is more varied, embracing services and small businesses that cater to the needs of its residents, many of whom find solace and recreation in the nearby forest preserves and along the riverfront.

About This Lemont Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lemont, 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 Lemont and Cook County.

Detailed location data for Lemont includes the ZIP code (60439), telephone area code (708), county seat of Cook County (Chicago), and school district assignment (Lemont Township High School District 210). 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 Lemont is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.