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East Moline, Illinois

City · Population 20,995 · #117 in Illinois
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East Moline, Illinois

East Moline is a city in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. The population was 21,374 at the 2020 census.

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About East Moline

Set in the northwestern part of Illinois, East Moline is a close-knit town with an estimated population of 20,995.

East Moline holds the status of an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 14.6 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,438 residents per square mile.

What Makes East Moline Unique

  • The only place in America named East Moline — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
  • Positioned in northwestern Illinois, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
  • Part of the fabric of Illinois — one of 1,461 recognized communities statewide.

Why People Love It Here

  • Big enough for services and schools, small enough to feel like home.
  • Local businesses and schools anchored by a stable resident base of 20,995.
  • Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 2 miles.

🏫 Schools in East Moline

  • ACHIEVE Program
  • Black Hawk Area DHH Program
  • Black Hawk Area Special Ed Ctr
  • East Moline Early Learning Center
  • East Moline Education Center
  • Glenview Middle School
  • Hillcrest Elem School
  • Northeast Jr High School
  • Ridgewood Elem School
  • United Twp Area Career Ctr
  • United Twp High School
  • Wells Elem School

Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.

⚡ Quick Facts

TypeCity
Population (2024)20,995
Rank in state#117 of 1,294
Land area14.6 sq mi
Density1,438/sq mi
Coordinates41.5199, -90.3879

🗺️ Map of East Moline