De Land, Illinois
Village · Population 442 · #904 in Illinois
About De Land
Set in the central part of Illinois, De Land is a tiny community, home to 442 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, De Land is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 0.42 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,052 residents per square mile.
📰 De Land News Today
- Kenneth Becker Obituary (1949 - 2026) - De Land, IL, IL - The News-Gazette Legacy obituary · Jun 1
- David Becker Obituary (1950 - 2026) - De Land, IL - The News-Gazette Legacy obituary · Apr 2
- De Land, Illinois Population 2026 World Population Review · Aug 18
- De Land, IL Weather Conditions Weather Underground · Aug 19
- David Becker Obituary (1950 - 2026) - De Land, IL - The Pantagraph Legacy obituary · Apr 6
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What Makes De Land Unique
- The only place in America named De Land — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Part of the fabric of Illinois — one of 1,461 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 8 miles.
🏫 Schools in De Land
- Deland-Weldon High School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIllinois
TypeVillage
Population (2024)442
Rank in state#904 of 1,294
Land area0.42 sq mi
Density1,052/sq mi
Coordinates40.1218, -88.6435