Pleasant Hill Illinois Map

About Pleasant Hill, Illinois

Pleasant Hill is a locality in Pike County, Illinois, United States. It is a small community with a population of 970. The population density is 496.9 people per km². Pleasant Hill is located at 39.4434°N, 90.8724°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62366.

Pleasant Hill unfolds across rolling terrain, where broad, fertile bottoms meet the gentle rise of the Illinois landscape. It lies 43.7 miles north of Wentzville, MO (from Wentzville, MO: bearing 359°T), and is situated 9.6 miles east of Louisiana. The land here is a rich tapestry of cultivated fields, a patchwork quilt of corn and soybeans stretching towards horizons softened by the humid air. Mature trees, oak and hickory primarily, stand sentinel along the narrow county roads, their branches reaching out like welcoming arms, casting dappled shade that shifts with the languid passage of the sun. The air itself carries the scent of damp earth after a rain, mingled with the sweet perfume of clover in bloom during the summer months, a quiet testament to the agricultural heart of this place. The history of Pleasant Hill is deeply entwined with the fertile soil and the sturdy character of its people, many of whom trace their lineage back to the early settlers who sought opportunity in this verdant corner of Pike County. Life here has long been shaped by the rhythm of the seasons and the yields of the land, with agriculture forming the bedrock of the local economy. While farming remains central, small businesses and a strong sense of community define the character of Pleasant Hill today, a place where neighbors still know each other's names and the pace of life allows for genuine connection. The nearby Illinois River, though not directly bordering Pleasant Hill, has always been a significant artery for commerce and travel, subtly influencing the development and outlook of the region.

About This Pleasant Hill Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Pleasant Hill, 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 Pleasant Hill and Pike County.

Detailed location data for Pleasant Hill includes the ZIP code (61753), telephone area code (309, 217), county seat of Pike County (Pittsfield), and school district assignment (Pleasant Hill Community Unit School District 3). 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 Pleasant Hill is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.