Champaign County Map, Illinois
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Champaign County, Illinois
Champaign County is in east-central Illinois and is home to the University of Illinois. Urbana and Champaign form a twin-city hub. They’re the economic engine of the county.
Farmland stretches out beyond the cities with corn and soybeans dominating the landscape. The county is known for its flat prairie. You can see for miles. Research and technology are key factors here so the university attracts top talent.
The county is culturally diverse, thanks to the university. You’ll find great restaurants and cultural events. People here value education and innovation and it’s a place with tradition and progress.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Champaign County |
| County Seat | Urbana |
| Population | Approximately 213,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Champaign, Urbana, Rantoul, Mahomet, Savoy, St. Joseph, Tolono, Thomasboro, Philo, Sidney, Fisher, and various other unincorporated communities. |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 57, Interstate 72, Interstate 74, U.S. Highway 45, U.S. Highway 150, Illinois Route 10, Illinois Route 49 |
| FIPS Code | 17-019 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 998 square miles (land: 996 sq mi, water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | McLean County (Northwest), Ford County (North), Vermilion County (East), Edgar County (Southeast), Douglas County (South), Piatt County (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 40.1390° N, 88.1965° W |
| Etymology | Named after Champaign County, Ohio, which was named after the French word “campagne” meaning “open level country.” |
| Major Landmarks | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Krannert Art Museum, Champaign County Courthouse, Crystal Lake Park, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve |
| Website | Champaign County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Champaign County Topographic Map
Our Champaign County topographic map shows that it’s mostly flat, with gentle rolls and wide-open farmland. The Sangamon River winds through in the northwest. Explore this county with our zoom tool, a place that feels peaceful and wide-open.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Champaign County Satellite Map
From above, Champaign County looks like mostly farmland. Fields stretch in every direction. The cities of Champaign and Urbana pop up as clusters of gray and green. They’re both surrounded by crops that feel both orderly and endless.
OUTLINE MAP
Champaign County Blank Map
On a blank map, Champaign County looks like a neat rectangle with some jagged edges. It’s pretty straightforward, like a perfectly cut piece of farmland.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Champaign County:
Illinois County Map
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