Greenfield Illinois Map

About Greenfield, Illinois

Greenfield is a locality in Greene County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,105. The population density is 256.2 people per km². Greenfield is located at 39.3437°N, 90.2126°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62044.

Greenfield rests in a landscape of subtle swells, where the broad, fertile plains of west-central Illinois stretch towards horizons defined by the diligent cultivation of corn and soybeans. It lies 26.8 miles north of Godfrey, IL (from Godfrey, IL: bearing 357°T), and is situated 16.6 miles north-northeast of Jerseyville. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries a clean, earthy scent, a testament to the rich soil that has sustained generations. The physical character of Greenfield is one of understated practicality, with sturdy, well-maintained homes and buildings that speak of resilience rather than ostentation. The town itself lies in a gentle depression, a sort of natural basin that collects the soft, diffused light of the Midwestern sky, turning the commonplace into something quietly beautiful as the day draws to a close. The history of Greenfield is interwoven with the agricultural spirit of its region, a narrative of hardy settlers drawn to the promise of fertile land. Its economy, deeply rooted in farming, has seen the ebb and flow of commodity prices and the steady mechanization of labor, yet the core remains tied to the earth. While not a hub of grand industry, Greenfield possesses a distinct character, a quiet pride in its enduring community. Local life unfolds at a measured pace, marked by the predictable cycles of the seasons and the warmth of neighborly interaction. There is a palpable sense of continuity, a recognition of the generations who have shaped and been shaped by this particular corner of Illinois.

About This Greenfield Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Greenfield, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.343658, -90.212614. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Greenfield and Greene County.

Detailed location data for Greenfield includes the ZIP code (62044), telephone area code (309), county seat of Greene County (Carrollton), and school district assignment (Greenfield Community Unit School District 10). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Greenfield is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.