Champaign is home to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and its more than 55,000 students, with about 88,000 residents in East Central Illinois where I-57, I-72 and I-74 meet. Fighting Illini games at Memorial Stadium and the State Farm Center, Parkland College, the University of Illinois Research Park's tech companies and Carle Health in neighboring Urbana make it the region's education, healthcare and shopping hub.
Billboards here reach drivers on I-57 toward Chicago and Memphis, I-74 toward Indianapolis and Peoria and I-72 toward Springfield, along with US-45 and US-150, plus busy roads such as Prospect Avenue, Neil Street, Mattis Avenue, University Avenue, Springfield Avenue, Kirby Avenue and Windsor Road. Strong placements include I-74 and Prospect Avenue near Market Place Mall, Neil Street through downtown and toward the Research Park, University Avenue between Champaign and Urbana, and routes near campus and Memorial Stadium.
Billboard advertising in Champaign is an effective way to build brand awareness across Champaign-Urbana and East Central Illinois. Prices on BillboardsIn range from about $600 to more than $15,000 per month. The average listing is about $1,278 per month. Cost depends mostly on location, traffic and visibility, along with board size, static vs. digital format and campaign length. Design, printing, shipping and installation are included in your total price, and our design team and templates make artwork easy.
A typical billboard in Champaign delivers about 170,000 impressions per week, at an average cost per thousand impressions (CPM) of about $1.90. Browse available static and digital inventory on our interactive map, pick your location, upload your design and check out. Most new placements go live within about 2 weeks of purchase, and digital billboards can often launch sooner.
Location. Use I-57 and I-74 for regional travelers and game-day traffic, Prospect Avenue for shoppers near Market Place Mall, and Green Street, University Avenue and Neil Street for students.
Audience. Champaign is young and highly educated, with a huge student population plus university, healthcare and tech workers. Restaurants, apartments, entertainment, education, tech recruiting and healthcare do well here.
Message. Keep it to about seven words with one clear visual. Interstate traffic moves fast, so bold, simple designs read best.
Here are a few special offers on billboard ads and other outdoor advertising in Champaign, Illinois.
To see pricing and shop all the billboards in Champaign, use the tool at the top of this page.
Book a digital billboard truck for one day; you can choose your own route, or we can create a custom route for you that targets your ideal audience.
Build a custom Digital Billboard Truck ad campaign in Champaign starting at $2,499.00.
Target consumers with a digital billboard campaign. Choose a location, and your ad will be displayed on digital billboards within a three-mile radius.
Build a custom Digital Billboards ad campaign in Champaign starting at $6,499.00.
Advertise on Hulu with a 15 or 30 second ad that has audio and motion video capabilities, estimated to receive about 40,000 impressions each month.
Build a custom Hulu Ads ad campaign in Champaign starting at $1,400.00.
Reach your target audience by sending direct mail postcards to their mailbox. Direct mail ads allow you to target specific demographics across the US!
Build a custom Direct Mail Ads ad campaign in Champaign starting at $2,674.00.
| Bulletin (Larger Billboard) | $3,500 | 48'W X 14'H |
| Digital Bulletin (Digital Billboard) | $2,500 | 48'W X 14'H |
| Poster (Medium Billboard) | $1,500 | 22'8"W X 10'5"H |
| Junior Poster (Small Billboard) | $800 | 11'W X 5'H |
How much does a billboard cost in Champaign?
Billboard prices in Champaign range from about $600 to more than $15,000 per month. Price depends on location, traffic, visibility, size, format and campaign length. Design, printing and installation are included.
What billboard locations are available in Champaign?
Inventory includes boards along I-57, I-72 and I-74, plus Prospect Avenue, Neil Street, University Avenue and Mattis Avenue. Browse current availability on our interactive map.
Where are the best places for a billboard in Champaign?
High-traffic, high-visibility spots perform best: I-74 and Prospect Avenue near Market Place Mall, the I-57 and I-74 interchange, and University Avenue between Champaign and Urbana.
How long can I rent a billboard in Champaign?
Static bulletin billboards have a minimum run of one month, and digital billboards have a minimum of one week. Longer campaigns are available on both.
Can I rent a billboard for just one day in Champaign?
No. The shortest option is one week on a digital billboard. Static billboards run for at least one month.
How long does it take to set up a billboard in Champaign?
Most new placements are live within about 2 weeks of purchase. Digital billboards can often launch sooner because there is nothing to print or install.
How do I buy a billboard in Champaign?
Browse inventory on our interactive map, choose a location and dates, upload your artwork or use our templates, and check out online.
What types of billboards are available in Champaign?
You can choose static bulletins and posters or digital billboards, from large interstate bulletins on I-57 and I-74 to smaller boards on local commercial streets.
Can I buy a digital billboard in Champaign?
Yes. Filter our map for digital inventory to see available screens, then book weekly or monthly. Digital boards let you update creative without reprinting.
How can I buy outdoor advertising in Champaign?
BillboardsIn offers static and digital outdoor advertising across Champaign-Urbana and East Central Illinois. Browse the full inventory and book online with our interactive tool.
Do I need an advertising agency to buy a billboard in Champaign?
No. You can browse, book and pay for billboards directly on BillboardsIn, and our team can help with design and planning. Agencies can also book through the platform.
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