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Libraries in Illinois

774 libraries in 652 cities and 102 counties · Data as of 09/30/2024

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Libraries in Illinois at a glance

  • Illinois has 774 libraries, about 0.61 for every 10,000 residents.
  • Per person, that is 22% above the national rate (0.50 per 10,000).
  • It ranks 4th among the states by number of libraries.
  • The largest group is Public Library (75%), ahead of Branch Library and Main Library.
  • Chicago (81), Peoria (5) and Rockford (4) have the most, 12% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many libraries are in Illinois?
There are 774 libraries in Illinois in our data as of 09/30/2024.
Which Illinois cities have the most libraries?
Chicago (81), Peoria (5), Rockford (4), Alton (3), Arlington Heights (3).