About Illinois
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| State Name | Illinois |
| Nickname | Prairie State |
| Capitol | Springfield |
| Total Area | 57,918 sq. mi. |
| Land Area | 55,593 sq. mi. |
| Water Area | 2,325 sq. mi. |
| Highest Elevation | 1,235 ft. |
| Lowest Point | 279 ft. |
| Population | 12,875,255 |
| Timezone | Central |