Malden is a village located in Bureau County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 0.3 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 700 ft. With a population of approximately 343 residents, Malden offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 52.19% males and 47.81% females, and it has a population density of 270.37 people per square mile (490.49/km²). Malden lies at a latitude of 41.42 and a longitude of -89.37, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (16.3%), German (44.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61337.