Shiloh Illinois Map

About Shiloh, Illinois

Shiloh is a locality in St. Clair County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 14,572. The population density is 435.5 people per km². Shiloh is located at 38.5614°N, 89.8973°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62221.

Shiloh unfolds across a landscape of rolling farmland, where the rich, dark soil of St. Clair County yields its bounty under an expansive Illinois sky. It lies 2.1 miles south-south-east of O Fallon, IL (from O Fallon, IL: bearing 158°T), and is situated 5.5 miles east-north-east of Belleville. The terrain here is gently contoured, a subtle undulation that seems to guide the eye towards distant stands of mature trees, their leaves whispering secrets on the breeze. The air, particularly in the humid embrace of summer, carries the sweet, earthy scent of freshly tilled fields and the fainter, metallic tang of the nearby Missouri River. In the quietude of early morning, a pearlescent mist often clings to the low-lying areas, softening the edges of barns and fences, lending an almost ephemeral quality to the familiar agricultural patterns. This corner of Illinois carries the quiet weight of its past, a history intertwined with the broader narrative of westward expansion and agricultural ingenuity. Shiloh’s economy has long been rooted in the fertile earth, with generations of families cultivating crops that feed the nation. While agriculture remains a cornerstone, the proximity to larger metropolitan areas has also fostered a more diversified local character, allowing for a blend of rural traditions and modern conveniences. The spirit of community is palpable, a gentle hum of everyday life that resonates from the modest homes and local businesses, a testament to the enduring resilience and character of Shiloh’s inhabitants.

About This Shiloh Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shiloh, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.561438, -89.897323. 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 Shiloh and St. Clair County.

Detailed location data for Shiloh includes the ZIP code (62269), telephone area code (217), county seat of St. Clair County (Belleville), and school district assignment (O'Fallon Township High School District 203). 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 Shiloh is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.