Centralia is a city in south-central Illinois, located across Marion, Clinton, Jefferson, and Washington counties. It is about 60 miles east of St. Louis and 55 miles south of Springfield. The city is known for its railroad history, Centralia House, and its location near Carlyle Lake and Rend Lake.
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Where is Centralia Located?
Centralia is a city located in Marion County, Illinois, the United States. It is about 60 miles east of St. Louis, Missouri, and 55 miles south of Springfield, Illinois. Centralia is located at approximately 38.5250° North latitude and 89.1334° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 12,696 residents, and the city covers about 9.22 square miles (23.88 sq km). Centralia Union Station is an important historic landmark that reflects the city's role as a railroad center. Centralia was founded in 1853 and incorporated in 1859. Its central location and major rail connections helped the city become an important transportation, manufacturing, and agricultural center in southern Illinois.
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Centralia City Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Centralia |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Marion County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | South-Central Illinois |
| Incorporated | 1859 |
| Founded | 1853 |
| Total Area | 9.22 sq mi (23.88 sq km) |
| Land Area | 9.16 sq mi (23.72 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.06 sq mi (0.16 sq km) |
| Elevation | About 535 ft (163 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | 12,300 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 12,696 |
| Population Density | 1,386 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Central Standard Time (CST); Central Daylight Time (CDT) |
| ZIP Codes | 62801, 62807 |
| Area Code | 618, 730 |
| Major Highways | Interstate 57, U.S. Route 51, U.S. Route 50, Illinois Route 161 |
| Public Transit | South Central Transit |
| Major Attractions | Centralia House, Centralia Union Station, Centralia Carillon, Foundation Park |
| Official Website | https://www.cityofcentralia.org/ |
Distance from Centralia, IL to Nearby Cities
- Salem, IL – 15 miles (24 km)
- Mount Vernon, IL – 25 miles (40 km)
- Vandalia, IL – 25 miles (40 km)
- Centralia, MO – 70 miles (113 km)
- Effingham, IL – 40 miles (64 km)
- Sandoval, IL – 10 miles (16 km)
- Centralia, IL – 0 miles (0 km)
- Marion, IL – 45 miles (72 km)
- Carbondale, IL – 50 miles (80 km)
- Belleville, IL – 50 miles (80 km)
- Edwardsville, IL – 55 miles (89 km)
- Decatur, IL – 75 miles (121 km)
- Springfield, IL – 55 miles (89 km)
- St. Louis, MO – 60 miles (97 km)
- Champaign, IL – 100 miles (161 km)
- Peoria, IL – 125 miles (201 km)
Top Attractions in Centralia
- Centralia Carillon – Historic 65-bell carillon and one of the city's best-known cultural landmarks.
- Centralia Union Station – Historic railroad station reflecting Centralia's important role in Illinois rail transportation.
- Foundation Park – Large community park with walking trails, ponds, recreation areas, and natural scenery.
- Centralia House – Historic local landmark connected with the city's early railroad and commercial history.
- Centralia Foundation Park Disc Golf Course – Recreation facility within the city's large park system.
- Rend Lake – Major nearby reservoir offering boating, fishing, camping, hiking, and water recreation.
- Carlyle Lake – Large lake northeast of Centralia known for boating, fishing, camping, and outdoor activities.
- Williamson County Historical Society Museum – Regional history attraction preserving artifacts and stories from southern Illinois communities.
Airports Near Centralia
- Centralia Municipal Airport (ENL) – 5 miles
- MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (BLV) – 55 miles
- Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) – 50 miles
- Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) – 70 miles
- St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) – 80 miles
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Centralia website and local government records.
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