Wood Dale, Illinois facts for kids
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Wood Dale
Wood Dale, IL
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| City of Wood Dale | ||
Wood Dale Metra Station
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| Motto(s):
Working Together to Make Life Better
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Location of Wood Dale in DuPage County, Illinois.
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Location of Illinois in the United States
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Illinois | |
| County | DuPage | |
| Township | Addison | |
| Founded | 1928 | |
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| • Type | Council-manager | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.85 sq mi (12.55 km2) | |
| • Land | 4.74 sq mi (12.29 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) | |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,012 | |
| • Density | 2,953.63/sq mi (1,140.44/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) | |
| ZIP Code(s) |
60191
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| Area code(s) | 630 | |
| FIPS code | 17-82985 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397360 | |
| Website | http://www.wooddale.com | |
Wood Dale is a city located in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. It is part of Addison Township. In 2020, about 14,012 people lived in Wood Dale.
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History of Wood Dale
Wood Dale was first known as Lester's Station. This name came from John Lester, who was one of the first people to settle in the area. The city was officially founded in 1928.
Geography and Location
Wood Dale covers an area of about 4.89 square miles (12.55 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The city shares its borders with several other towns:
- Elk Grove Village is to the north.
- Bensenville is to the east.
- Addison is to the south and southwest.
- Itasca is to the west.
People and Population
Wood Dale has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 230 | — | |
| 1940 | 738 | 220.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,857 | 151.6% | |
| 1960 | 3,071 | 65.4% | |
| 1970 | 8,831 | 187.6% | |
| 1980 | 11,251 | 27.4% | |
| 1990 | 12,425 | 10.4% | |
| 2000 | 13,535 | 8.9% | |
| 2010 | 13,770 | 1.7% | |
| 2020 | 14,012 | 1.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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In 2020, there were 14,012 people living in Wood Dale. The city had 5,135 households and 3,684 families.
Who Lives in Wood Dale?
The people living in Wood Dale come from many different backgrounds.
- About 68.93% of residents were White.
- About 1.84% were African American.
- About 6.09% were Asian.
- About 10.87% were from other races.
- About 11.33% were from two or more races.
- About 26.01% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (31.5%) had children under 18 living with them. The average age in Wood Dale was about 39.2 years old.
Education in Wood Dale
Wood Dale has schools for different age groups:
- Oakbrook Elementary School (Kindergarten to 2nd grade)
- Westview Elementary School (3rd to 5th grade)
- Wood Dale Junior High School (6th to 8th grade)
- There is also a private school called Holy Ghost.
Older students attend Fenton High School. This high school is shared with the nearby city of Bensenville.
Economy and Jobs
Many people in Wood Dale work in different types of jobs. The top industries are:
- Manufacturing (making products)
- Retail trade (selling goods in stores)
- Healthcare (hospitals and clinics)
- Wholesale trade (selling goods to other businesses)
- Administration (office work and support services)
Many people who work in Wood Dale travel from Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Bensenville. Residents of Wood Dale also work in similar industries, especially wholesale trade and manufacturing.
Major Companies in Wood Dale
Here are some of the biggest employers in Wood Dale:
| # | Employer | Number of Employees |
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| 1 | Power Solutions | 730 |
| 2 | Videojet | 665 |
| 3 | Quest Diagnostics | 439 |
| 4 | Tempco Electric Heater | 416 |
| 5 | AAR Corp | 400 |
| 6 | C. H. Robinson | 388 |
| 7 | NEP Electronics, Inc. | 304 |
| 8 | AmazonFresh | 200 |
| 9 | Topgolf | 170 |
| 10 | OPTO International, Inc. | 162 |
Getting Around Wood Dale
Wood Dale has a train station that is part of the Metra system. This train line, called the Milwaukee District West Line, offers daily service. You can take the train from Wood Dale to places like Elgin, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois (to Union Station).
Illinois Route 390 is a major road that runs near the northern edge of the city. It has an exit that leads directly to Wood Dale Road.
Sister Cities
Wood Dale has special connections with two other cities around the world. These are called "sister cities" and help promote friendship and understanding.
Famous People from Wood Dale
Many interesting people have lived in or grown up in Wood Dale. Here are a few:
- Colin Brady: An American animator and film director.
- Rick DeLorto: A racing driver.
- Henry Hyde: A Republican member of the United States House of Representatives for many years.
- Natalie Jaresko: She served as Ukraine's Minister of Finance.
- Monica Pedersen: A Chicago designer known for her work on HGTV shows.
- James "Pate" Philip: He was the President of the Illinois Senate.
- Ray Soden: An Illinois state senator.
- Jim Spivey: A retired American middle-distance runner and three-time Olympian.
- Christine Winger: A Republican member of the Illinois House of Representatives. She also served on the Wood Dale City Council.
See also
In Spanish: Wood Dale (Illinois) para niños
