Sycamore Illinois Map

About Sycamore, Illinois

Sycamore is a locality in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 18,559. The population density is 695.9 people per km². Sycamore is located at 41.9889°N, 88.6868°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60178.

Sycamore rests in the broad, fertile heart of DeKalb County, a place where the land rolls with a quiet dignity under an immense sky. It lies 5.2 miles north-east of DeKalb, IL (from DeKalb, IL: bearing 38°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south of Genoa. The fields, a patchwork quilt of corn and soybeans, stretch to horizons softened by the haze of distant trees, the rich soil a deep, dark promise. Here, the air carries the scent of turned earth and the distant hum of agricultural machinery, a constant, low thrum that defines the season's passage. The streets of Sycamore itself are lined with mature trees, their broad canopies offering dappled shade in the summer heat, a gentle reminder of the namesake that gives the town its name. Even the light here feels different, a soft, diffused glow that softens edges and lends a painterly quality to the ordinary. The history of Sycamore is deeply entwined with the agricultural bounty of the prairie, a legacy built by pioneers who saw potential in this flat, rich expanse. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile land and access to transportation routes, established a community that has remained steadfast in its connection to the land. The local economy continues to be shaped by agriculture, with grain elevators standing as silent sentinels along the rail lines, monuments to the ceaseless cycle of planting and harvest. Beyond the fields, Sycamore has cultivated a reputation for its vibrant downtown, a collection of well-preserved buildings that house unique shops and eateries, drawing visitors and residents alike. The courthouse square, a focal point of community life, stands as a stately testament to the enduring spirit of this Illinois town.

About This Sycamore Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sycamore, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.988917, -88.686754. 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 Sycamore and DeKalb County.

Detailed location data for Sycamore includes the ZIP code (60178), telephone area code (312, 773), county seat of DeKalb County (Sycamore), and school district assignment (Sycamore Community Unit School District 427). 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 Sycamore is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.