Ruma Illinois Map

About Ruma, Illinois

Ruma is a locality in Randolph County, Illinois, United States. It is a small community with a population of 394. The population density is 227.9 people per km². Ruma is located at 38.1351°N, 89.9979°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62278.

Ruma lies like a quiet breath held in the embrace of rolling farmland, where the rich, dark soil yields its bounty under a sky that often stretches, vast and indifferent, from horizon to horizon. It lies 26.6 miles south of Belleville, IL (from Belleville, IL: bearing 182°T), and is situated 5.3 miles south of Red Bud. The land here is not dramatic, but possesses a deep, enduring character, a subtle topography of gentle rises and shallow valleys that channel the infrequent streams and the slow drift of clouds. Here, the wind, when it blows, carries the scent of turned earth and ripening corn, a clean, honest perfume that settles over the scattered farmsteads and the village itself. The light at dusk often paints the western sky in washes of bruised purple and fading rose, a fleeting beauty that softens the sharp edges of the day’s labor and whispers of the coming night. The history of Ruma is as deeply rooted as the oak trees that punctuate the fields, a story woven from the hardy settlers who carved their lives from this fertile ground. For generations, the economy has been tied to the land, a steady rhythm of planting and harvest that defines the seasons and the livelihoods of its people. While not a hub of grand industry, Ruma supports itself through the quiet diligence of agriculture, a network of local businesses catering to the needs of the surrounding farms, and the enduring spirit of a community that values connection. The echoes of past generations who toiled here can almost be felt in the very air, a quiet testament to resilience and the enduring appeal of this particular corner of Randolph County.

About This Ruma Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ruma, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.135051, -89.997886. 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 Ruma and Randolph County.

Detailed location data for Ruma includes the ZIP code (62278), telephone area code (217), county seat of Randolph County (Chester), and school district assignment (Red Bud Community Unit School District 132). 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 Ruma is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.