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Arcadia, Illinois
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 Arcadia, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Arcadia, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Morgan |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 403589 |
Arcadia is a small place in Morgan County, Illinois, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it relies on the county for services.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live together, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council.
How Unincorporated Communities Work
- People living in Arcadia get their services from Morgan County.
- This includes things like roads, police, and fire protection.
- These communities often have fewer people than cities.
Where is Arcadia Located?
Arcadia is found in the central part of Illinois. It is not far from a larger city.
Distance from Jacksonville
Arcadia is about 7.3 miles (11.7 kilometers) north of Jacksonville. Jacksonville is a bigger city in Illinois.
Geographic Coordinates
The exact location of Arcadia can be found using coordinates. These are like an address on a map.
- Latitude: 39 degrees, 50 minutes, 21 seconds North
- Longitude: 90 degrees, 14 minutes, 41 seconds West
- It sits at an elevation of about 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level.
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