Erie
A community guide to Erie in Illinois, the United States.
- Population
- 1,518 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 41.6564, -90.0793
Geography and location
Erie sits at approximate coordinates 41.6564 latitude and -90.0793 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Erie reflect those typical of its part of the United States, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Illinois road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Erie is a populated place in Illinois, the United States. The community supports 1,518 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Illinois. Its position within the broader regional network gives Erie a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Economy and services
The economy of Erie reflects small-scale community commerce, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Illinois. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Illinois and the United States. Businesses based in Erie draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.