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Carol Stream, IL

Carol Stream is a village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States, and a suburb of Chicago. It was incorporated on January 5, 1959, and named after the daughter of its founder, Jay Stream. Per the 2020 census, the population was 39,854.

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Carol Stream has a total area of 9.44 square miles (24.45 km²), of which 9.12 square miles (23.62 km²) (or 96.64%) is land and 0.32 square miles (0.83 km²) (or 3.36%) is water.

In 1853, St. John Wahlund Catholic Church was built in what was then referred to as Gretna. The church was closed in 1867. When St. Michael's was opened in Wheaton in 1872, St. Stephen's parishioners were transferred to that parish. The church building was dismantled sometime in the late 19th century. St. Stephen's Cemetery was located adjacent to the church building and was last used for burial in 1910. St. Stephen's Cemetery (located north of the Great Western Trail behind the Ozinga concrete plant on St. Charles Road) was rededicated 100 years later on September 12, 2010.

In 1952, a farm from the area was featured on NBC; it was the site for the first outdoor telecast by the network in 1954.

A common misconception is that the municipality of Carol Stream was named for a local minor waterway. Carol Stream is one of the few communities in America that took its name from the first and last names of a living person: Carol Stream, the daughter of its founder Jay Stream. Carol Stream herself moved to Arizona as an adult, living there until her death on January 18, 2020.

Jay W. Stream (April 17, 1921 – January 22, 2006), a military veteran who had previously sold insurance and ready-mix concrete, was in the mid-1950s heading Durable Construction Company. He became frustrated with red tape while negotiating a planned 350–400 home subdivision in nearby Naperville, Illinois. A Naperville clerk reportedly advised Stream to "build your town", and in 1957, Stream began buying unincorporated farmland outside Wheaton. He hoped to allow people to work in the town they lived in, rather than have to commute to Chicago.

Health and wellness are paramount in Carol Stream, with several healthcare facilities catering to the community's well-being. The VNA Health Center offers comprehensive medical services, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare. Allyu Spa offers a serene environment focusing on holistic treatments and eco-friendly practices. Services include massages, facials, body treatments, and energy healing. Located within The Peninsula Hotel, this luxurious spa features an extensive menu including massages, body treatments, facials, and advanced beauty services. It also offers unique amenities like a relaxation lounge and a half-Olympic-length swimming pool. AIRE Ancient Baths offers a unique experience inspired by ancient Roman, Greek, and Ottoman traditions. The spa features thermal baths at varying temperatures, including a hot bath, a cold plunge, and a saltwater flotation pool. The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton provides a luxurious retreat with a range of bespoke treatments, including signature massages, facials, and body therapies. King Spa & Sauna is a Korean-style jjimjilbang that offers a variety of saunas, pools, and relaxation areas.

Top sites in Carol Stream, IL are Cosley Zoo, Coral Cove Water Park, and Cantigny.

Population: 39,556 (2024). ZIP codes: 60116, 60122, 60128, 60132, 60188, 60197, 60199. Area code: 630. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Area: 9.44 sq mi (24.44 km²).

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Is Carol Stream, IL a nice place to live?

Carol Stream is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 39,656. Carol Stream is in DuPage County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Carol Stream offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Carol Stream, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many young professionals live in Carol Stream and residents tend to have moderate political views.

What is the ethnicity of Carol Stream, IL?

Carol Stream has a 2024 population of 38,329. Carol Stream is currently declining at a rate of -0.92% annually and its population has decreased by -3.6% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 39,759 in 2020. White: 59.43% Asian: 19.17% Two or more races: 7.81%.

Is Carol Stream, IL expensive to live in?

Carol Stream is a relatively expensive place to live. The cost of living in Carol Stream is 12% higher than the US average. The median sale price of a home in Carol Stream is $325,000. The average cost per square foot of the homes for sale in Carol Stream IL is $186.

Sources

Village of Carol Stream

Wikipedia

Federalcos

World Population Review

Niche

VNA Health Center

Allyu Spa

The Peninsula Hotel

AIRE Ancient Baths

The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton

King Spa & Sauna

Cosley Zoo

Coral Cove Water Park

Cantigny

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