Moro Illinois Map

About Moro, Illinois

Moro is a locality in Madison County, Illinois, United States. It is a small community with a population of 524. The population density is 58.1 people per km². Moro is located at 38.9248°N, 90.0220°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62067.

Moro rests in the broad, fertile embrace of Madison County, Illinois, where the land stretches out in a patchwork of cultivated fields under an expansive sky. It lies 8.7 miles north-north-west of Edwardsville, IL (from Edwardsville, IL: bearing 335°T), and is situated 9.0 miles east-north-east of Alton. The terrain here is a subtle, almost imperceptible swell, a gentle inclination that guides the eye towards the horizon, hinting at the deep, dark soil that forms the bedrock of its existence. During the late afternoon, as the sun begins its descent, the light softens, casting long, diffused shadows that lend a quiet dignity to the scattered farmhouses and the overarching, immense blue. The air, especially after a summer rain, carries the earthy scent of damp soil and growing things, a constant, grounding perfume that permeates the very essence of Moro. The history of Moro is intrinsically linked to the agricultural bounty of this region, a story written in the furrowed fields and the steady, unpretentious diligence of its people. For generations, this land has yielded its crops, feeding families and contributing to the broader economy through the tireless work of its farmers. While no grand monuments define its skyline, the enduring legacy of early settlers and their commitment to the soil is evident in the enduring character of Moro. The local economy, though modest, thrives on this agricultural foundation, a testament to the enduring power of the land and the quiet resolve of those who call this place home.

About This Moro Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Moro, 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 Moro and Madison County.

Detailed location data for Moro includes the ZIP code (62067), telephone area code (309), county seat of Madison County (Edwardsville), and school district assignment (Edwardsville Community Unit School District 7). 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 Moro is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.