Peoria County Map, Illinois
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Peoria County, Illinois
Peoria County sits close to the middle of Illinois, straddling the Illinois River to the east. Peoria is the county seat. It’s the largest city in the area with a bit of a split personality – part industrial, part agricultural.
The city has a gritty, blue-collar vibe that I find oddly appealing. Caterpillar called this place home for decades, and that industrial heritage still shapes the local culture.
Outside the city, you’ll find rolling hills and farmland. Wildlife Prairie Park is a big draw for hikers because you can see bison and elk roaming free there. There’s also a neat reptile house.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Peoria County |
| County Seat | Peoria |
| Population | Approximately 174,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Peoria, East Peoria, Pekin, Bartonville, and several unincorporated communities including Dunlap and West Peoria |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 74, Interstate 155, U.S. Highway 24, U.S. Highway 150, Illinois Route 29 |
| FIPS Code | 17-143 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 629 square miles (land: 616 sq mi, water: 13 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Knox County (Northwest), Stark County (North), Marshall County (Northeast), Woodford County (East), Tazewell County (South), Fulton County (Southwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Illinois |
| Coordinates | 40.6936° N, 89.5890° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Peoria tribe of Native Americans |
| Major Landmarks | Peoria Riverfront Museum, the Caterpillar Visitor Center, and the Glen Oak Park Zoo |
| Website | Peoria County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Peoria County Topographic Map
Peoria County mixes rolling river bluffs with flat farmland. The Illinois River cuts through the east side, creating scenic valleys.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Peoria County Satellite Map
The Illinois River stands out, winding past Peoria’s urban area. North of the city, forests and farmland dominate. Highways like I-74 slice across the landscape.
OUTLINE MAP
Peoria County Blank Map
The county has an irregular shape, with the Illinois River forming part of its eastern edge. It doesn’t border another state and sits in the north of Illinois.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Peoria County:
Illinois County Map
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