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Jenkins, Illinois
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 Jenkins, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Jenkins, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | DeWitt |
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 |
| GNIS feature ID | 422847 |
Jenkins is a small place in the state of Illinois, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area.
Where is Jenkins Located?
Jenkins is found in DeWitt County. This county is in the central part of Illinois. The community is easy to find because it's right on Illinois Route 10. This is a main road that runs through the state.
Close to Clinton
Jenkins is located about 4 miles (which is about 6.4 kilometers) west of a bigger town. That town is called Clinton. So, if you're ever visiting Clinton, Jenkins is just a short drive away!
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