Mattoon
A community guide to Mattoon in Illinois, the United States.
- Population
- 16,870 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- the United States
- Coordinates
- 39.4831, -88.3728
Overview
Mattoon is a populated place in Illinois, the United States. The community supports 16,870 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Illinois. Its position within the broader regional network gives Mattoon a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Getting there
Reaching Mattoon typically involves the regional road network of Illinois or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United States. Local routes link Mattoon to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Illinois. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Mattoon.
Climate
The climate at Mattoon is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 39.48 within the United States. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Mattoon experience. Visitors planning a trip to Mattoon should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Geography and location
Mattoon sits at approximate coordinates 39.4831 latitude and -88.3728 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Mattoon 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.