Effingham is a city located in Effingham 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 8.7 square miles (22.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 592 ft. With a population of approximately 12,384 residents, Effingham offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.17% males and 52.83% females, and it has a population density of 428.37 people per square mile (551.50/km²). Effingham lies at a latitude of 39.12 and a longitude of -88.55, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9%), followed by English (10.2%), German (37.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 62401.