Where is Silvis, Illinois

Silvis is a city in northwestern Illinois and part of the Quad Cities metropolitan area in Rock Island County. Located about 12 miles east of Davenport, Iowa, the city sits near the Rock River and Mississippi River corridor. Silvis is known for its railroad heritage, historic neighborhoods, nearby parks, and close connection to East Moline, Moline, and other Quad Cities communities.

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Where is Silvis Located?

Silvis is a city located in Rock Island County, Illinois, the United States. It lies in northwestern Illinois within the Quad Cities region, near the Rock River and Mississippi River valleys. Silvis is about 12 miles east of Davenport, Iowa, 8 miles east of Moline, and roughly 10 miles northeast of Rock Island. East Moline borders the city to the west. Silvis is located at 41.5123° North latitude and 90.4157° West longitude. The 2020 Census recorded 7,085 residents. The city covers about 3.57 square miles (9.25 square kilometers), with most of the area consisting of land. The Rock River and nearby Mississippi River form important geographic features for the region. Silvis is closely linked to the railroad industry and is home to the former Silvis Railway Shops, an important part of the area's industrial history. A unique feature of the city is its connection to the historic railroad community known as the "Railroad Retirement Community."

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Distance from Silvis, IL to Nearby Cities

• East Moline, IL – 2 miles (3 km)
• Colona, IL – 4 miles (6 km)
• Moline, IL – 8 miles (13 km)
• Coal Valley, IL – 8 miles (13 km)
• Geneseo, IL – 15 miles (24 km)
• Rock Island, IL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Davenport, IA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Bettendorf, IA – 12 miles (19 km)
• Le Claire, IA – 15 miles (24 km)
• Port Byron, IL – 10 miles (16 km)
• Clinton, IA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Muscatine, IA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Kewanee, IL – 40 miles (64 km)
• Galesburg, IL – 45 miles (72 km)
• Macomb, IL – 75 miles (121 km)
• Peoria, IL – 80 miles (129 km)
• Iowa City, IA – 65 miles (105 km)
• Cedar Rapids, IA – 85 miles (137 km)

Top Attractions in Silvis, Illinois

• Silvis Railway Shops – A historic railroad site associated with the city's development and its long connection to locomotive repair and railroad employment.
• Riverside Park – A local recreational area providing open space and outdoor facilities for residents and visitors.
• Black Hawk State Historic Site – A nearby wooded park and historic site in Rock Island associated with Native American history and the Sauk leader Black Hawk.
• John Deere Pavilion – A major agricultural and machinery museum in nearby Moline featuring historic equipment, interactive displays, and exhibits about John Deere.
• Niabi Zoo – A nearby zoo in Coal Valley featuring animals from around the world, educational programs, and family activities.
• Mississippi River – The major river west of Silvis provides scenic views, boating, fishing, wildlife habitat, and recreation throughout the Quad Cities.
• Rock River – A major waterway near Silvis that flows toward the Mississippi River and supports fishing, wildlife, parks, and outdoor recreation.
• Quad City Botanical Center – A botanical attraction in Rock Island featuring gardens, plant collections, seasonal displays, and educational programs.
• Figge Art Museum – A major art museum in downtown Davenport, Iowa, featuring American art, regional works, and changing exhibitions.

Airports Near Silvis, Illinois

• Quad Cities International Airport (MLI) – 15 miles
• Davenport Municipal Airport (DVN) – 15 miles
• Clinton Municipal Airport (CWI) – 35 miles
• Muscatine Municipal Airport (MUT) – 35 miles

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Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official Silvis city website and local government records.

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