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Algonquin, IL

Algonquin is a village in McHenry and Kane counties, Illinois, in the United States. It is a suburb of Chicago, located approximately 40 miles (64 km) northwest of the Loop. As of the 2020 census, the village's population was 29,700. The village is known as "The Gem of the Fox River Valley", referring to the location of its downtown.

Algonquin is located in southeastern McHenry County and northeastern Kane County at 42°9′46″N 88°18′9″W (42.162741, −88.302571). It is bordered to the north by Lake in the Hills, to the northeast by Cary, to the east by Barrington Hills, and the south by Carpentersville. As of the 2010 census, Algonquin had a total area of 12.41 square miles (32.14 km²), of which 12.23 square miles (31.68 km²) (or 98.55%) were land and 0.18 square miles (0.47 km²), or 1.45%, were water. Approximately 78% of the village area is in McHenry County, with the remainder in Kane County.

Long before Europeans settled in Algonquin, the Potawatomi Native Americans originally inhabited the land. Algonquin was the location of Indian burial mounds known in the 1800s as the Algonquin Mounds. By 1834 the first settler of Algonquin, Samuel Gillilan, came to the area from Virginia. Settlers Dr. Cornish, Dr. Plumleigh, Eli Henderson, Alex Dawson, and William Jackson arrived shortly thereafter. There was some dispute regarding the original name of Algonquin, and numerous other names were suggested including Denny's Ferry, Cornish Ferry, Cornishville, and Osceola. But Samuel Edwards suggested the name Algonquin and on December 23, 1847, the name Algonquin became official.

The first signs of economic growth occurred in 1855 when the town saw the construction of the railroad, which enabled farmers in the neighboring area to have other means of getting their products to the markets in Chicago. Finally, on February 25, 1890, the Village of Algonquin was formed. The Village Hall of Algonquin was erected on January 31, 1907, at 2 South Main Street, and is still standing today, where it functions as a historical landmark and community gathering place. It served as the village hall of Algonquin until a new village hall was built at 2200 Harnish Drive in 1996.

As of the census of 2010, there were 30,046 people, 10,247 households, and 8,170 families living in the village. The population density was 2,452.7 inhabitants per square mile (947.0/km2). There were 10,727 housing units, of which 480, or 4.5%, were vacant. The racial makeup of the village was 87.2% White, 1.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 7.3% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 1.8% some other race, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.8% of the population.

Algonquin is dedicated to its residents' health and wellness, with an emphasis on fostering a healthy lifestyle. For quality healthcare, Northwestern Medicine Algonquin is a cornerstone of the community, ensuring accessible medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Algonquin Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Orangetheory Gym, Pro Fitness, and Fitness 19 Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Algonquin, such as the Rotary Park Brown Trail and Cornish Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Algonquin, IL are Fun City Adventure Park, Dixie Briggs Fromm Nature Preserve, and Riverfront Park.

Population: 30,134 (2023). ZIP code: 60102. Area codes: 847, 224. Elevation: 889 ft (271 m). Area: 12.34 sq mi (31.96 km²).

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Is Algonquin, IL a good place to live?

Algonquin is in McHenry County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Algonquin offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Algonquin, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Algonquin and residents tend to lean conservative. 

What is the ethnicity of Algonquin, IL?

Algonquin, IL is home to a population of 29.9k people, of which 96.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 11.6% of Algonquin, IL residents were born outside of the country (3.47k people). In 2022, there were 14.3 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (23.3k people) in Algonquin, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.63k White (Hispanic) and 1.56k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the crime rate in Algonquin, IL?

Algonquin has an overall crime rate of 10 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Algonquin is 1 in 97. How does Algonquin fare compared to other communities in Illinois of all population sizes? Algonquin's crime rate is lower than approximately 30% of Illinois communities.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Algonquin

Northwestern Medicine Algonquin 

Algonquin Parks and Recreation Department

Orangetheory Gym

Pro Fitness 

Fitness 19 Gym

Rotary Park Brown Trail 

Cornish Park

Fun City Adventure Park

Dixie Briggs Fromm Nature Preserve

Riverfront Park

Niche

Data USA

Neighborhoodscout

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