Elmhurst, Illinois facts for kids
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Elmhurst, Illinois
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Elmhurst City Center
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Location of Elmhurst in DuPage County, Illinois.
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 Elmhurst, Illinois
Location in Greater Chicago
Elmhurst, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Elmhurst, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Illinois | ||
| Counties | DuPage, Cook | ||
| Townships | Addison, York, and Proviso | ||
| Incorporated | June 5, 1882 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Council–manager | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 10.28 sq mi (26.62 km2) | ||
| • Land | 10.22 sq mi (26.47 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) 0.58% | ||
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 45,786 | ||
| • Density | 4,480.92/sq mi (1,730.02/km2) | ||
| Standard of living (2015-19) | |||
| • Per capita income | $57,881 | ||
| • Median home value | $432,600 | ||
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (Central) | ||
| ZIP Code |
60126, 60127
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| Area codes | 630 and 331 | ||
| FIPS code | 17-23620 | ||
| GNIS ID | 2394673 | ||
Elmhurst is a city in Illinois, a state in the United States. It is located in DuPage and Cook counties. Elmhurst is a western suburb of Chicago, which means it's a town just outside a big city. In 2020, about 45,786 people lived there.
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History of Elmhurst
The first people known to live in the Elmhurst area were the Potawatomi Native American people. They settled near Salt Creek, which is just south of where Elmhurst is today.
Around 1836, people from Europe began to settle on land along the same creek. In 1842, a man named Gerry Bates from Ohio started a community on a "treeless land" where Elmhurst City Centre now stands.
The next year, a place called Hill Cottage Tavern opened. In 1845, the community was officially named Cottage Hill when a post office was built.
Four years later, the Galena and Chicago Union Railroad built tracks through the community. This made it easier for farmers to send their goods to Chicago. The first Elmhurst train station was built in 1894.
The community changed its name to Elmhurst in 1869. In 1871, Elmhurst University was started. A well-known resident named Thomas Barbour Bryan gave the land for the university. Bryan is often called the "Father of Elmhurst" because he helped the town grow and was responsible for its new name.
Elmhurst officially became a village in 1882. It had between 723 and 1,050 people. Its first hospital, Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, opened in 1926. It was the first hospital in DuPage County.
Elmhurst has a Memorial Parade every Memorial Day since 1918. The annual Elmhurst St. Patrick's Day Parade is the third largest in the Chicago area.
Since 1964, Elmhurst has been home to Elmhurst CRC, a large church. The Keebler Company's main office was in Elmhurst until 2001. Now, the city is home to the main offices of Sunshine Biscuits and McMaster-Carr Supply Co.
In 2014, Family Circle magazine named Elmhurst one of the "Ten Best U.S. Towns for Families."
Elmhurst Geography
Elmhurst covers about 10.28 square miles (26.63 km2) (26.62 square kilometers) of land. Most of this area, about 10.22 square miles (26.47 km2) (26.47 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, about 0.06 square miles (0.16 km2) (0.15 square kilometers), is water.
Because of how the land is shaped, Elmhurst has had problems with flooding after heavy rains. The city is working hard to fix this problem and prevent future floods.
Elmhurst Population Data
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 329 | — | |
| 1880 | 723 | 119.8% | |
| 1890 | 1,050 | 45.2% | |
| 1900 | 1,728 | 64.6% | |
| 1910 | 2,360 | 36.6% | |
| 1920 | 4,594 | 94.7% | |
| 1930 | 14,055 | 205.9% | |
| 1940 | 15,458 | 10.0% | |
| 1950 | 21,273 | 37.6% | |
| 1960 | 36,991 | 73.9% | |
| 1970 | 46,392 | 25.4% | |
| 1980 | 44,276 | −4.6% | |
| 1990 | 42,029 | −5.1% | |
| 2000 | 42,762 | 1.7% | |
| 2010 | 44,121 | 3.2% | |
| 2020 | 45,786 | 3.8% | |
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In 2020, Elmhurst had 45,786 people living there. There were 16,808 households and 12,110 families. A household is a group of people living together in one home.
The population density was about 4,454.76 inhabitants per square mile (1,719.99/km2) (1,730 people per square kilometer). This means there were about 4,455 people for every square mile.
Most people in Elmhurst are White (80.47%). There are also people of Asian (6.51%), African American (2.14%), and Native American (0.26%) backgrounds. About 9.32% of the population is Hispanic or Latino. People of Hispanic or Latino background can be of any race.
About 35.8% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.70 people.
The median age in Elmhurst was 40.7 years old. This means half the people were younger than 40.7, and half were older.
The median income for a household in Elmhurst was $123,869. This is the middle income level for all homes. For families, the median income was $148,663. The per capita income (income per person) was $59,911. About 3.4% of the population lived below the poverty line.
| Race / Ethnicity (NH = Non-Hispanic) | Pop 2000 | Pop 2010 | Pop 2020 | % 2000 | % 2010 | % 2020 |
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| White alone (NH) | 38,706 | 37,549 | 35,971 | 90.51% | 85.10% | 78.56% |
| Black or African American alone (NH) | 388 | 815 | 931 | 0.91% | 1.85% | 2.03% |
| Native American or Alaska Native alone (NH) | 17 | 27 | 41 | 0.04% | 0.06% | 0.09% |
| Asian alone (NH) | 1,562 | 2,244 | 2,942 | 3.65% | 5.09% | 6.43% |
| Pacific Islander alone (NH) | 7 | 4 | 7 | 0.02% | 0.01% | 0.02% |
| Other race alone (NH) | 26 | 42 | 148 | 0.06% | 0.10% | 0.32% |
| Mixed race or Multiracial (NH) | 339 | 542 | 1,477 | 0.79% | 1.23% | 3.23% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1,717 | 2,898 | 4,269 | 4.02% | 6.57% | 9.32% |
| Total | 42,762 | 44,121 | 45,786 | 100.00% | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Elmhurst Economy
Many people work in Elmhurst. Here are some of the biggest employers in the city:
Top Employers in Elmhurst
| # | Employer | # of Employees |
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| 1 | Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare | 2,800 |
| 2 | Elmhurst CUSD 205 | 1,174 |
| 3 | McMaster-Carr Supply Company | 800 |
| 4 | Elmhurst University | 688 |
| 5 | Brandenburg Industrial Service Co | 300 |
| 6 | Semblex Corporation | 300 |
| 7 | City of Elmhurst | 291 |
| 8 | FedEx Freight | 200 |
| 9 | Superior Ambulance | 200 |
| 10 | Power Distributing, LLC | 180 |
Arts and Culture in Elmhurst
Elmhurst has many interesting places and events related to arts and culture.
- The Theatre Historical Society of America works to save old dance, opera, and movie theaters. It has a collection of items from theaters that no longer exist.
- Wilder Park Conservatory is a beautiful place to see plants.
- There is a large limestone quarry (a deep hole where stone is dug out) west of downtown. It is about 150-foot-deep (46 m) and covers about 59 acres (240,000 m2). This quarry helps manage stormwater and can hold a lot of water during floods. The Salt Creek Trail is also nearby.
- Every spring, an event called Art in Wilder Park takes place. Over 100 artists show their creations, like jewelry, glass, and paintings. The event also has live music and food.
- Elmhurst has homes designed by famous architects. These include Mies van der Rohe (McCormick House) and Frank Lloyd Wright (F.B. Henderson House).
Education in Elmhurst
Elmhurst University is a local college. It is a four-year private college that offers many different subjects.
Here are the public school districts that serve Elmhurst:
- Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 serves most of the city. Its high school is York Community High School.
- Salt Creek School District 48
- DuPage High School District 88
- Hillside School District 93 serves the part of Elmhurst in Cook County. Students from Hillside 93 go on to Proviso West High School.
Here are some private schools in Elmhurst:
- IC Catholic Prep
- Timothy Christian School
- Immaculate Conception Grade School
- Immanuel Lutheran Grade School
- Visitation Catholic Grade School
Elmhurst Transportation
Elmhurst has several ways to get around:
- Pace buses provide public transportation.
- The Metra Union Pacific West Line train stops at the Elmhurst station. This train line also has freight service.
- O'Hare International Airport is about 18 minutes away.
- Chicago Midway International Airport is about 33 minutes away.
During the summer and in December, Elmhurst offers the "Elmhurst Express Trolley." This free trolley runs on weekends and connects downtown Elmhurst to other business areas and the public library.
Past Transportation Services
Elmhurst used to have an electric train line called the Chicago Aurora and Elgin Railroad. Its station opened in 1902. This service stopped in 1959. Today, the Illinois Prairie Path runs where the old train line used to be.
Notable People from Elmhurst
Images for kids
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Elmhurst City Center
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Flag of Elmhurst, Illinois
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Elmhurst Seal
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Location of Elmhurst in DuPage County, Illinois.
See also
In Spanish: Elmhurst para niños
