Shorewood, Illinois facts for kids
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Shorewood
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2013 aerial photograph of Shorewood
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Location of Shorewood in Will County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Will |
| Township | Troy |
| Settled | 1830 |
| Incorporated | November 27, 1957 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 8.20 sq mi (21.23 km2) |
| • Land | 8.09 sq mi (20.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 620 ft (190 m) |
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| • Total | 18,186 |
| • Density | 2,249.35/sq mi (868.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
60404
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| Area codes | 815, 779 |
| FIPS code | 17-69758 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Shorewood, Illinois |
| Website | Village of Shorewood |
Shorewood is a village located in Will County, Illinois, United States. It's part of Troy Township. In 2020, about 18,182 people lived here. By 2024, this number was estimated to be around 18,360.
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Exploring Shorewood's Location
Shorewood is found at coordinates 41°31′6″N 88°12′54″W. It is located about 39 miles (63 km) southwest of downtown Chicago.
Land and Water Areas
According to the 2020 census, Shorewood covers a total area of about 8.07 square miles (20.90 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 7.77 square miles (20.12 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.114 square miles (0.30 square kilometers) is water.
Shorewood's Growing Population
Shorewood has seen a lot of growth in its population over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 358 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,749 | 388.5% | |
| 1980 | 4,714 | 169.5% | |
| 1990 | 6,264 | 32.9% | |
| 2000 | 7,686 | 22.7% | |
| 2010 | 15,615 | 103.2% | |
| 2020 | 18,186 | 16.5% | |
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In 2010, there were 15,610 people living in Shorewood. The village had a population density of about 2,009 people per square mile (763 people per square kilometer).
Who Lives in Shorewood?
In 2010, there were 2,565 households in Shorewood. Many families lived in the village, with 43.5% of households having children under 18. About 73.2% of households were married couples. The average household had 3 people, and the average family had 3.3 people.
The population was spread out across different age groups. About 29.8% of residents were under 18 years old. Around 30.4% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age in Shorewood was 36 years.
Culture and Community
Shorewood has a local library that serves the community.
Shorewood-Troy Public Library
The village is home to the Shorewood-Troy Public Library. This library provides books, resources, and programs for residents of all ages.
Getting Around Shorewood
Public transportation helps people travel in and out of Shorewood.
Bus Services
Pace offers bus service on Route 501. This route connects Shorewood to downtown Joliet and other nearby places.
Famous People from Shorewood
Some notable individuals have connections to Shorewood.
- Tanner Laczynski: A professional ice hockey player who plays for the Philadelphia Flyers.
- Eric Parker: A wide receiver who played professional football for the San Diego Chargers.
See also
In Spanish: Shorewood (Illinois) para niños
