UFO Sightings in Illinois
Illinois has a rich history of UFO sightings, with numerous reports documented across the state. From rural farmlands to bustling urban centers, unexplained aerial phenomena have been observed by residents from all walks of life.
Statistics Overview
Top Sightings
View All →Green glow observed over Pacific Ocean
No details provided.
Bright orange orb observed in Naperville, IL
Flash of light observed in Greenville, IL.
Very bright light moving at tremendous speed
Cities with Most Sightings
20 cities totalShape Distribution
All Shapes →+ 15 more shapes recorded
Sightings by Decade
Analysis
Illinois has a rich history of UFO sightings, with numerous reports documented across the state. From rural farmlands to bustling urban centers, unexplained aerial phenomena have been observed by residents from all walks of life.
With 4,275 documented sightings, Illinois ranks #9 among all locations in our database. The state has 56 sightings from aviation professionals and 187 reports involving physical effects such as vehicle interference or physiological reactions.
The most commonly reported shape is light, accounting for 21.9% of all sightings. The city with the most reports is Chicago with 445 documented sightings.
Quick Facts
- Total Sightings
- 4,275
- Pilot Reports
- 56
- Physical Effects
- 187
- Avg Credibility
- 6.01
- Cities with 5+ Sightings
- 20
Other Locations
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