Abingdon is a city located in Knox 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 1.5 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 753 ft. With a population of approximately 3,612 residents, Abingdon offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.43% males and 52.57% females, and it has a population density of 473.97 people per square mile (955.21/km²). Abingdon lies at a latitude of 40.8 and a longitude of -90.4, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.4%), followed by English (9.9%), German (18.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61410.