Across Illinois, of the 1,252 pawn shops & check cashing stores we list, 1,240 give a phone number, 215 publish opening hours and 829 have a website.
Top 10 pawn shops & check cashing stores in Illinois
Ranked by how complete and owner-verified the listing info is — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play. Full 2026 ranking
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1Decatur Jewelry & PawnDecatur
Mon-Fri 9:30am-6pm, Sat 10am-4pm
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2Decatur Jewelry & PawnMt Zion
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
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3EZ PawnArlington Heights
Mon-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-6pm
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4EZPAWNRockford
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
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5EZPAWNWaukegan
Mon–Fri 9am–7pm, Sat 9am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm
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6EZPAWNMoline
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5:30pm
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7EZPAWNChicago Heights
Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-6pm
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8EZPAWNRound Lake Beach
Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 12pm-5pm
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9EZPAWNStone Park
Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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10EZPAWNStreamwood
Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single store are listed further down this page.
- Chicago321
- Springfield27
- Peoria21
- Rockford21
- Decatur17
- Cicero15
- Elgin15
- Waukegan15
- Des Plaines14
- Aurora13
- Bloomington13
- Moline13
- Joliet12
- Marion12
- Pekin12
- Quincy11
- Calumet City10
- Carbondale10
- Champaign10
- Kankakee10
- Oak Park10
- Villa Park10
- Alton9
- Berwyn9
- Collinsville9
- Danville9
- Jacksonville9
- Schaumburg9
- Crystal Lake8
- Dekalb8
- McHenry8
- Mount Vernon8
- Naperville8
- Centralia7
- Chicago Heights7
- Franklin Park7
- Lansing7
- Mattoon7
- Melrose Park7
- Round Lake Beach7
- Sterling7
- Belvidere6
- Crest Hill6
- Effingham6
- Galesburg6
- Glendale Heights6
- Granite City6
- Harrisburg6
- Harvey6
- Skokie6
- South Holland6
- Taylorville6
- West Frankfort6
- Alsip5
- Arlington Heights5
- Carpentersville5
- Crestwood5
- Du Quoin5
- Freeport5
- Litchfield5
- Macomb5
- Niles5
- Oak Lawn5
- Ottawa5
- Stone Park5
- Urbana5
- Vandalia5
- Wheeling5
- Anna4
- Belleville4
- Burbank4
- Dolton4
- Fairview Heights4
- Hanover Park4
- Lincoln4
- Lombard4
- Metropolis4
- Mt Prospect4
- Northbrook4
- Olney4
- Peru4
- River Grove4
- Rock Island4
- Salem4
- Streator4
- Yorkville4
- Addison3
- Bellwood3
- Bensenville3
- Bolingbrook3
- Bourbonnais3
- Cahokia3
- Canton3
- Carmi3
- Dixon3
- Downers Grove3
- East St Louis3
- Evanston3
- Evergreen Park3
- Hazel Crest3
- Homewood3
- Kewanee3
- Lake in the Hills3
- Loves Park3
- Maryville3
- Morris3
- Mundelein3
- Norridge3
- North Aurora3
- Palatine3
- Pontiac3
- Prospect Heights3
- Sparta3
- Streamwood3
- Summit3
- Tinley Park3
- Vernon Hills3
- West Chicago3
- Westmont3
- Antioch2
- Bartonville2
- Blue Island2
- Bradley2
- Brookfield2
- Calumet Park2
- Carol Stream2
- Chicago Ridge2
- Chillicothe2
- Country Club Hills2
- Deerfield2
- East Dundee2
- East Saint Louis2
- Edwardsville2
- Elk Grove Village2
- Elmwood Park2
- Frankfort2
- Glenwood2
- Herrin2
- Highland2
- Jerseyville2
- Libertyville2
- Lincolnwood2
- Lisle2
- Lockport2
- Markham2
- Maywood2
- Merrionette Park2
- Mokena2
- Mt Vernon2
- Murphysboro2
- Normal2
- North Riverside2
- Northlake2
- Oak Brook2
- Orland Park2
- Oswego2
- Palos Hills2
- Pinckneyville2
- Rock Falls2
- Rosemont2
- South Elgin2
- Wood River2
- Algonquin1
- Barry1
- Bartlett1
- Beach Park1
- Benton1
- Bethalto1
- Bridgeview1
- Broadview1
- Buffalo Grove1
- Cary1
- Charleston1
- Countryside1
- East Alton1
- East Moline1
- East Peoria1
- Energy1
- Fairview Hts1
- Forest Park1
- Fox Lake1
- Glenview1
- Granville1
- Grayslake1
- Gurnee1
- Harwood Heights1
- Havana1
- Highland Park1
- Hillsboro1
- Hillside1
- Hinsdale1
- Hoffman Est1
- Hoffman Estates1
- Homer Glen1
- Hometown1
- ITASCA1
- Justice1
- Lake Bluff1
- Lake Villa1
- Lake Zurich1
- Lemont1
- Machesney Park1
- Matteson1
- Midlothian1
- Momence1
- Morton1
- Mt Carmel1
- Mt Zion1
- New Lenox1
- O Fallon1
- Oak Forest1
- Oakbrook Terrace1
- Olympia Fields1
- Oregon1
- Palos Heights1
- Paris1
- Park Forest1
- Park Ridge1
- Plainfield1
- Princeton1
- Rantoul1
- Richton Park1
- River Forest1
- Robbins1
- Robinson1
- Rolling Meadows1
- Romeoville1
- Roselle1
- Round Lake Heights1
- Schiller Park1
- Scott Air Force Base1
- Silvis1
- South Beloit1
- South Chicago Heights1
- Spring Valley1
- St Charles1
- Swansea1
- Sycamore1
- Warrenville1
- Watseka1
- Wauconda1
- Willowbrook1
- Wilmette1
- Wilmington1
- Wood Dale1
- Woodridge1
- Woodstock1
Illinois, by feature
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- 100
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Other towns in Illinois
One store each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Illinois Title Loans, Inc.East Dubuque
231 Sinsinawa Ave, East Dubuque, IL 61025
Guides for store shoppers
All guides
MoneyComplete Guide to Check Cashing Services and Fast Cash Advances
Learn how check cashing counters and cash advances work, what fees and identification to expect, and how to access funds quickly without traditional bank delays.
MoneyHow to Use In-Store Money Transfer and Foreign Currency Exchange Services
Learn how physical retail counters, grocery desks, and pawn shops handle cash transfers, international remittances, and foreign currency exchange, including fee structures and required paperwork.
BuyingHow to Buy Used TVs, Modern Consoles, and Retro Games at Pawn Shops
Learn how to inspect secondhand 4K televisions, verify modern gaming consoles like the PS5, and source authentic retro cartridges at local pawn shops.
Good to know about pawn shops & check cashing stores in Illinois
Where to buy silver coins near me?
Precious metal dealers and pawn shops throughout Illinois carry a wide selection of silver coins and bullion. There are 1252 locations listed on PawnAtlas across the state offering competitive market rates. Check dealer inventories and daily spot price adjustments prior to making a purchase.
Where to sell old electronics for cash?
Secondhand stores and pawn shops across Illinois buy laptops, gaming consoles, and mobile devices for immediate cash. You can find 1252 local electronics buyers across the state on PawnAtlas. Always back up your personal data and restore factory settings before selling your devices.
Where to sell vintage items?
Antique shops, flea markets, and pawn businesses operating in Illinois actively buy vintage collectibles and decor. Browse through 1252 state listings on PawnAtlas to connect with specialized buyers. Items in original condition with clear provenance typically command the highest value.
Where to sell scrap gold?
Gold buyers, jewelers, and pawn shops across Illinois purchase broken jewelry, scrap gold, and dental gold based on weight and purity. We list 1252 verified buyers in Illinois on PawnAtlas. Knowing the karat value of your gold beforehand will help you evaluate incoming cash offers.
Where to sell sports memorabilia?
Sports card shops, memorabilia dealers, and pawn brokers throughout Illinois buy autographed items, vintage cards, and game-used gear. You can view 1252 buyers across Illinois on PawnAtlas. Certificates of authenticity significantly boost the market value of your memorabilia.