Mines is a village located in Peoria 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 1.3 square miles (3.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 470 ft. With a population of approximately 259 residents, Mines offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 51.35% males and 48.65% females, and it has a population density of 193.28 people per square mile (74.63/km²). Mines lies at a latitude of 40.56 and a longitude of -89.77, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (23.2%), followed by English (7.3%), German (17.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61539.