Watson, Illinois
Watson is a village in Effingham County, Illinois, with an estimated population of 659 in 2023. It sits at 39.0261, -88.5686 in the America/Chicago time zone.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Place name | Watson |
| Type | village |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Effingham County |
| Population (2023 est.) | 659 |
| Land area | 1.09 sq mi (2.83 km²) |
| Coordinates | 39.0261, -88.5686 |
| Time zone | America/Chicago |
| ZIP codes | 62473 |
ZIP codes and area codes for Watson
Watson covers 1 ZIP code: 62473. Browse all ZIP codes in Illinois for the full list.
Where is Watson?
Watson is located in Illinois, in Effingham County. The coordinates above can be pasted directly into any map service. The nearest indexed places are listed below, which is a useful check when two states share a place name.
Nearby places
Mason 9 km · ILEffingham 11 km · ILTeutopolis 14 km · ILEdgewood 14 km · ILAltamont 16 km · ILDieterich 17 km · ILSigel 23 km · ILSt. Elmo 24 km · IL
Other places in Effingham County
Frequently asked questions
What county is Watson, IL in?
Watson is in Effingham County, Illinois.
What is the population of Watson, IL?
The 2023 Census Bureau estimate is 659.
What time zone is Watson in?
Watson is in the America/Chicago time zone.