Ilion New York Map

About Ilion, New York

Ilion is a locality in Herkimer County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,593. The population density is 1182.7 people per km². Ilion is located at 43.0151°N, 75.0354°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13357.

Ilion rests in a broad valley, where the Mohawk River has etched its patient course through rolling hills. It lies 11.6 miles east-south-east of Utica, NY (from Utica, NY: bearing 121°T), and is situated 2.6 miles west-south-west of Herkimer. The land here is a study in gentle contours, a fertile embrace that cradles the settlement. Maple and oak trees, their branches reaching skyward like patient supplicants, punctuate the landscape, their leaves a vibrant green in the summer sun, turning to a fiery spectacle as autumn approaches. The air often carries a crispness, a breath from the Adirondacks to the north, mingling with the earthy scent of cultivated fields and the subtle, metallic tang that speaks of the town's industrial past. Evenings here can be especially lovely, as the setting sun casts a warm, golden light across the valley floor, painting the sky in hues of rose and lavender. For generations, Ilion has been synonymous with precision and manufacturing, famously the home of the Remington Arms Company, a name that resonates with a history of craftsmanship and innovation. This legacy of industry has shaped the character of Ilion, imbuing its people with a sense of diligence and a deep connection to the tangible world of creation. The economic pulse of Ilion, though perhaps quieter than in its heyday, still beats with the rhythm of skilled hands and a proud heritage. Beyond the factories, the surrounding countryside offers a peaceful counterpoint, with farms dotting the landscape and the ever-present murmur of the Mohawk River a constant reminder of the natural forces that have sculpted this place over millennia.

About This Ilion Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Ilion, New York 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 Ilion and Herkimer County.

Detailed location data for Ilion includes the ZIP code (13357), telephone area code (315), county seat of Herkimer County (Herkimer), and school district assignment (Central Valley Central School District). 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 Ilion is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.