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Justice, IL

Justice is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States, established in 1911. Per the 2020 census, the population was 12,600.

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Justice has a total area of 2.89 square miles (7.49 km²), of which 2.84 square miles (7.36 km²) (or 98.44%) is land and 0.05 square miles (0.13 km²) (or 1.56%) is water.

A major road running through the town is Archer Avenue (Illinois Route 171); in addition, Justice lies close to Interstate 55 (also called the Stevenson Expressway, after Adlai Stevenson) and Interstate 294 just east of La Grange Road (U.S. Route 45).

As of the 2020 census, there were 12,600 people, 4,644 households, and 3,119 families residing in the village. The population density was 4,367.42 inhabitants per square mile (1,686.27/km²). There were 5,160 housing units at an average density of 1,788.56 per square mile (690.57/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 62.45% White, 20.35% African American, 0.71% Native American, 1.80% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 5.69% from other races, and 8.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.48% of the population.

There were 4,644 households, out of which 32.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.56% were married couples living together, 17.01% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.84% were non-families. 29.59% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.61% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.28 and the average family size was 2.73.

The median income for a household in the village was $57,523, and the median income for a family was $64,258. Males had a median income of $40,647 versus $30,441 for females. The per capita income for the village was $27,526. About 16.1% of families and 18.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.6% of those under age 18 and 20.2% of those age 65 or over.

Health and wellness are priorities in Joliet, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center and Advocate Health Care are hospitals, offering a comprehensive range of medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Justice Park District offers. 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. A popular option includes Turtle Power Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Justice, such as the Palos Brown Unpaved Trail and Tall Grass Greenway Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Justice, IL are The Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Mile Long Bridge, and Hodgkins Park District.

Population: 12,267 (2024). ZIP code: 60458. Area code: 708. Elevation: 550 ft (62.95 m). Area: 2.88 sq mi (7.47 km²).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Justice, IL?

Justice is safer than the majority of cities, towns, and villages in America (76%) and also has a lower crime rate than 62% of the communities in Illinois, according to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime data. Your chance of becoming a victim in Justice is one in 210 based on the total crime rate (violent and property crimes, combined). In America overall, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 43.

Is Justice, IL a nice place to live?

Living in Justice offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Justice, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families live in Justice and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Justice are highly rated.

What is the poverty rate of Justice, IL?

In 2022, the median household income of Justice households was $60,083. Justice households made slightly more than East Moline households ($60,032) and Butler households ($60,030). However, 17.2% of Justice families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Village of Justice

Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center 

Advocate Health Care

Justice Park District

Turtle Power Fitness

Palos Brown Unpaved Trail 

Tall Grass Greenway Trail

The Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal

Mile Long Bridge

Hodgkins Park District

Neighborhoodscout

Niche

Illinois Demographics

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