Washburn is a village located in Woodford 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 0.7 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 690 ft. With a population of approximately 1,147 residents, Washburn offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.78% males and 50.22% females, and it has a population density of 571.23 people per square mile (606.66/km²). Washburn lies at a latitude of 40.92 and a longitude of -89.29, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.2%), followed by English (9.6%), German (37.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61570.