Arcola is a city located in Douglas 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 1.4 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 678 ft. With a population of approximately 2,652 residents, Arcola offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.42% males and 51.58% females, and it has a population density of 935.77 people per square mile (747.40/km²). Arcola lies at a latitude of 39.68 and a longitude of -88.31, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (15.1%), followed by English (9.8%), German (17.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61910.