State Symbols Guide

Illinois

The Midwest State • Official symbols, facts, and history.

Abbreviation
IL
Capital
Springfield
Population
12,812,508
Statehood
1818
Region
Midwest
Symbols
1
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Official State Symbols

Northern Cardinal
State Bird

Northern Cardinal

Adopted 1929

Cardinalis cardinalis

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📊 Quick Facts

Official Name
Illinois
Abbreviation
IL
Capital City
Springfield
Population
12,812,508
Statehood Date
December 3, 1818
Region
Midwest
Number of Symbols
1

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