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Lansing, IL

Lansing is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. Lansing is a south suburb of Chicago. The population was 29,076 at the 2020 census. Lansing is 6.9 miles (11.1 km) south of the Chicago city limits at 138th Street, and 25.6 miles (41.2 km) from the Chicago Loop.

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Lansing has a total area of 7.52 square miles (19.48 km²), of which 7.46 square miles (19.32 km²) (or 99.24%) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km²) (or 0.76%) is water. Lansing sits on the Calumet Shoreline, an ancient shoreline of Lake Michigan.

The first family to settle in Lansing was that of August Hildebrandt in 1843. Henry, George, and John Lansing settled the area in 1846, which was incorporated in 1893. Early settlement in the village was primarily by Dutch and German immigrants. Industrial development of the surrounding Calumet region attracted immigrants from Ireland and Eastern Europe to the village in the 20th century. These settlement patterns are reflected in Lansing's current demographics; according to the census, the top five ancestries that were in Lansing in 2000 were German (17%), Polish (13%), Irish (13%), Dutch (11%), and Italian (7%). However, according to City-data.com 2016 estimates, these ancestries began to change in the mid-90s and early 2000s, when most residents were of African American ancestry (8,871), followed by Latinos (4,183), and Asian (Southeast Asian) (255).

As of the 2020 census, there were 29,076 people, 10,741 households, and 6,818 families residing in the village. The population density was 3,867.00 inhabitants per square mile (1,493.06/km²). There were 12,053 housing units at an average density of 1,603.01 per square mile (618.93/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 46.62% African American, 32.17% White, 0.72% Native American, 0.93% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 10.67% from other races, and 8.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.61% of the population.

There were 10,741 households, out of which 31.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 35.18% were married couples living together, 22.04% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.52% were non-families. 31.80% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.87% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.23 and the average family size was 2.56.

Lansing is dedicated to its residents' health and wellness, with an emphasis on fostering a healthy lifestyle. For quality healthcare, Advocate South Suburban Hospital is a cornerstone of the community, ensuring accessible medical services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Lansing 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 Planet Fitness and Fit Haus. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Lansing, such as the Thorn Creek Bicycle Trail, Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail, and Tall Grass Greenway Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Lansing, IL are Wampum Lake, Lan-Oak Park District, and Sand Ridge Nature Center.

Population: 29,076 (2020). ZIP Code: 60438. Area code: 708. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Incorporated: 1893. Area: 7.52 sq mi (19.48 km²).

FAQs

Is Lansing, Illinois a good place to live?

Living in Lansing offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lansing, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Lansing and residents tend to be liberal.

Is Lansing, IL expensive to live in?

Lansing, Illinois's cost of living is 8% lower than the national average. Lansing's housing expenses are 29% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 13% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 4% higher than the national average.

What are the demographics in Lansing, IL?

Lansing, IL is home to a population of 28.7k people, of which 96.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 10.3% of Lansing, IL residents were born outside of the country (2.95k people). In 2022, there were 1.7 times more Black or African American (non-Hispanic) residents (13.6k people) in Lansing, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 7.99k White (Non-Hispanic) and 2.37k White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Lansing

Advocate South Suburban Hospital

Lansing Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness 

Fit Haus

Thorn Creek Bicycle Trail

Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail 

Tall Grass Greenway Trail

Wampum Lake

Lan-Oak Park District

Sand Ridge Nature Center

Niche

Payscale

Data USA

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