Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Elk Grove Village, Illinois is a village located in Cook County, Illinois, approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago. The village is situated near O'Hare International Airport and is home to a diverse range of industries, including Boeing, United Airlines, and McDonald's. Elk Grove Village is also close to the Elk Grove Township and the Schaumburg Township. The village is part of the Chicago metropolitan area and is near the cities of Arlington Heights, Illinois, Schaumburg, Illinois, and Des Plaines, Illinois.

Geography

Elk Grove Village is located at 42°0′44″N 87°59′59″W, and is bordered by the villages of Schaumburg, Illinois, Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Wood Dale, Illinois, and Itasca, Illinois. The village has a total area of 11.6 square miles, of which 11.4 square miles is land and 0.2 square miles is water. Elk Grove Village is situated near the Salt Creek and is part of the Chicago River watershed. The village is also close to the Busse Woods Forest Preserve and the Ned Brown Forest Preserve, which are both part of the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. Nearby cities include Palatine, Illinois, Rolling Meadows, Illinois, and Roselle, Illinois.

History

The area that is now Elk Grove Village was first settled in the early 19th century by European-American farmers, who were attracted to the area's fertile soil and access to the Chicago River. The village was officially incorporated in 1956, and was named after the nearby Elk Grove Township. During the 1960s and 1970s, Elk Grove Village experienced rapid growth, driven by the expansion of O'Hare International Airport and the construction of the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. The village is also home to the Elk Grove Village Historic District, which features several historic buildings, including the Elk Grove Village Hall and the St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church. Nearby landmarks include the Sears Tower (now known as the Willis Tower), the John Hancock Center, and Wrigley Field.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, the population of Elk Grove Village was approximately 32,000 people. The village has a diverse population, with a mix of White, Black, Asian, and Hispanic residents. The median household income in Elk Grove Village is around $70,000, and the median home value is around $250,000. The village is also home to a number of community organizations, including the Elk Grove Village Chamber of Commerce and the Elk Grove Village Rotary Club. Nearby institutions include Northwestern University, University of Illinois at Chicago, and DePaul University.

Economy

Elk Grove Village has a diverse economy, with a mix of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and technology. The village is home to a number of major companies, including United Airlines, Boeing, and McDonald's. Elk Grove Village is also a major hub for logistics and transportation, with several major interstate highways and railroad lines passing through the village. The village is also close to the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade. Nearby companies include Caterpillar Inc., Kraft Heinz, and Mondelez International.

Government

Elk Grove Village is a home rule municipality, with a village council-mayor form of government. The village is divided into six wards, each represented by a trustee. The village is also part of the Cook County government, and is represented by several Cook County commissioners. Elk Grove Village is also served by the Elk Grove Village Police Department and the Elk Grove Village Fire Department. Nearby government institutions include the Illinois State Capitol, the Chicago City Hall, and the Cook County Courthouse.

Education

Elk Grove Village is served by several school districts, including Elk Grove High School District 214 and Community Consolidated School District 59. The village is also home to several private schools, including St. Julian Eymard Catholic School and Elk Grove Lutheran School. Elk Grove Village is also close to several universities and colleges, including Harper College, Elgin Community College, and Northern Illinois University. Nearby educational institutions include the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, and Loyola University Chicago. Category:Villages in Illinois