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Taylorville Illinois Map

Explore Taylorville, Illinois, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Taylorville, Illinois

How to Use This Taylorville, Illinois Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Taylorville, Illinois. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Illinois or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Taylorville.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Taylorville
State	Illinois (IL)
County	Christian County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	39.562729
Longitude	-89.308259
Population	10,506
Density	393.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	62568, 62555
Area Code	217
County Seat	Taylorville
School District	Taylorville Community Unit School District 3

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About Taylorville, Illinois

Taylorville is a locality in Christian County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 10,506. The population density is 393.3 people per km². Taylorville is located at 39.5627°N, 89.3083°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Taylorville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 62568, 62555.

Taylorville occupies a quiet expanse of the Illinois prairie where the horizon stretches wide under a vast, unencumbered sky. It lies 23.5 miles east-southeast of Chatham, IL (from Chatham, IL: bearing 112°T), and is situated 15.9 miles northwest of Pana. The landscape surrounding Taylorville unfolds in a steady rhythm of agriculture, defined by the slow, deliberate movement of the South Fork Sangamon River only a mile from the center. Residents often gather at Manners Park, where the local terrain offers a modest respite of green space that anchors the community to the soil. Two miles away, the waters of Taylorville Lake mirror the changing colors of the seasons, providing a reflective stillness to the plains. Beyond the flat fields, the distant silhouette of Sand Ridge marks the edge of the visual world, reminding observers of the subtle shifts in elevation that characterize this interior region.

Taylorville emerged from the fertile promise of the Midwest, growing alongside the expansion of coal mining and the steady productivity of the surrounding grain fields. The local economy maintains a deep connection to these industrial roots, evolving from early extraction toward modern manufacturing and agricultural services that sustain the regional livelihood. Brick facades line the central streets, holding the memory of a time when the rails brought prosperity to every corner of the square. Each workday begins with the hum of machinery and the movement of trucks, signaling a commitment to the tangible labor that has long defined the character of Taylorville. This industrious spirit remains the primary engine of the area, ensuring that the legacy of earlier generations continues to support the present day.

Cultural life in Taylorville centers on the shared experiences of its people, marked by seasonal gatherings and the persistent warmth of local traditions. The historic courthouse serves as a visual touchstone for the area, standing as a reminder of the civic pride that persists through changing times. Taylorville counts the legendary actor John L. Sullivan among its historical associations, adding a layer of recognition to the local narrative. Community events throughout the year draw neighbors together, fostering a sense of belonging that thrives in the quiet intervals between harvests. The pace of life here values consistency, allowing the residents to cultivate a distinct identity rooted in the steady, grounded realities of their Midwestern home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 138° SE
Jaynes Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 204° SW
Taylorville Cinema (Cinema) — 1.1 mi, 144° SE
Christian County Coal Mine Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 143° SE
Manners Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 154° SE
Taylorville Chautaugua Auditorium (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 157° SE
Ivarene Wild Life Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 289° W
Sangchris Lake State Resource Area (State Recreation Area) — 8.3 mi, 300° NW
Pary 2 RR Trail (State Recreation Area) — 8.3 mi, 133° SE
Griswold Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 13.2 mi, 043° NE
NYC-IC RR Signal Tower (Attraction) — 16.9 mi, 135° SE
CE&I Depot (Attraction) — 16.9 mi, 134° SE
Roseland Theatre (Cinema) — 17.0 mi, 135° SE
War Memorial (Monument) — 17.7 mi, 344° N
Calamus Lake State Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 18.9 mi, 018° N
The Muni (Theatre) — 19.0 mi, 311° NW
Trutter Museum (Museum) — 19.5 mi, 304° NW
Lincoln Memorial (Monument) — 20.1 mi, 305° NW
Impermanent Column (Public Artwork) — 20.3 mi, 305° NW
Rotary Sundial (Attraction) — 21.9 mi, 302° NW
Selvaggio Historic Arches (Attraction) — 21.9 mi, 302° NW
Illinois State Museum Research and Collections Center (Museum) — 23.3 mi, 310° NW
Margery Adams Wildlife Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 23.4 mi, 315° NW
Miller's Mill Overlook (Viewpoint) — 23.6 mi, 040° NE
Elijah Iles House (Museum) — 24.1 mi, 312° NW
Ramsey Lake State Recreation Area (State Conservation Area) — 27.7 mi, 162° S
Edward R. Madigan State Park (State Park) — 37.3 mi, 354° N
Beaver Dam State Park (State Park) — 42.3 mi, 235° SW
Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 66.3 mi, 329° NW · 13k acres
Big Muddy National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 67.6 mi, 222° SW · 32k acres

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