Spring Valley Illinois Map

About Spring Valley, Illinois

Spring Valley is a locality in Bureau County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,476. The population density is 286.9 people per km². Spring Valley is located at 41.3275°N, 89.1998°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 61362.

Spring Valley unfolds across the gentle curves of north-central Illinois, a landscape where the broad, fertile plains begin to yield to a more varied terrain. It lies 47.6 miles south-south-west of DeKalb, IL (from DeKalb, IL: bearing 209°T), and is situated 3.7 miles west of Peru. Here, the land breathes with the steady pulse of agricultural life, its fields a patchwork of greens and golds under a sky that stretches to an almost limitless horizon. The air itself carries a certain clarity, a refreshing coolness that hints at the nearby Illinois River, a constant, unseen presence shaping the very character of the place. Open skies are a defining feature, allowing sunlight to paint broad strokes across the rolling terrain, and dusk often settles with a soft, golden hue, transforming the familiar fields into something ethereal. The story of Spring Valley is deeply entwined with the earth it inhabits, its past a testament to the rich mineral deposits that once fueled its growth. Coal mining was the lifeblood for generations, drawing a diverse population and shaping a resilient spirit that still echoes through the community. Though the mines have largely fallen silent, the echoes of that industrious past remain, a subtle undercurrent in the local economy that now leans more towards agriculture and the steady, dependable industries that support it. The Illinois River, a ribbon of blue and grey, has always been a silent partner, offering both a passage and a source of life, its waters reflecting the changing seasons and the enduring spirit of Spring Valley.

About This Spring Valley Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Spring Valley, 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 Spring Valley and Bureau County.

Detailed location data for Spring Valley includes the ZIP code (62324), telephone area code (847, 224, 815), county seat of Bureau County (Princeton), and school district assignment (Hall High School District 502). 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 Spring Valley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.