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Dillsburg, Illinois
Dillsburg, Illinois is located in Illinois
Dillsburg, Illinois
Dillsburg, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Dillsburg, Illinois is located in the United States
Dillsburg, Illinois
Dillsburg, Illinois
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Illinois
County Champaign
Elevation
735 ft (224 m)
Time zone UTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s) 217
GNIS feature ID 422626

Dillsburg is a small, quiet place in Champaign County, Illinois, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

Where is Dillsburg Located?

Dillsburg is found in the eastern part of Champaign County. It is situated near a major road called U.S. Route 136. You can find Dillsburg just east of the town of Rantoul.

What Does "Unincorporated Community" Mean?

An unincorporated community like Dillsburg doesn't have its own mayor or town council. The services for the area, like roads and police, are usually managed by the county government. This is different from a city, which has its own local rules and leaders.

Quick Facts About Dillsburg

  • Elevation: Dillsburg is located about 735 feet (224 meters) above sea level. This is how high it is compared to the ocean.
  • Area Code: If you were to call someone in Dillsburg, the phone number would likely start with the area code 217.
  • Time Zone: Like much of Illinois, Dillsburg is in the Central Time Zone. This means it observes Central Standard Time (CST) in winter and Central Daylight Time (CDT) in summer.
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