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Geneseo

Illinois · IL · Henry County
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City in Illinois, United States
1836Established
6,539Population
4.6 sq miArea
650 ftElevation

Geneseo (/dʒəˈnɛsi.oʊ/ jen-uh-SEE-oh) is a city in Henry County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,539. Geneseo is 20 miles east of the Quad Cities, at the intersection of Interstate 80, U.S. Route 6 and Illinois Route 82. The city is known for its historically successful high school football and music programs. It is also known for its Victorian architecture.

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The forecast calls for Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers, highs near 75°. In the local news, Geneseo vs Moline - Boys Varsity Football 09/11/2026 | Watch Live & On Demand (NFHS Network), Alleman Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Geneseo (MaxPreps), and Rochelle Boys Freshman Basketball @ Geneseo (MaxPreps).

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