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Libertyville, IL

Libertyville is a village in Lake County, Illinois, United States, and a northern suburb of Chicago. It is located 5 miles (8 km) west of Lake Michigan along the Des Plaines River. The 2020 census population was 20,579. It is part of Libertyville Township, which includes the village, neighboring Green Oaks, portions of Vernon Hills, Mundelein, unincorporated Waukegan, and Lake Forest, and part of Knollwood CDP. Libertyville neighbors these communities as well as Gurnee to the north and Grayslake to the northwest. Libertyville is about 40 miles north of the Chicago Loop and is part of the United States Census Bureau's Chicago Combined Statistical Area (CSA).

Libertyville is located at 42°17′03″N 87°57′38″W. According to the 2010 census, the village has a total area of 9.15 square miles (23.7 km²), of which 8.81 square miles (22.8 km²) (or 96.28%) is land and 0.34 square miles (0.88 km²) (or 3.72%) is water.

The Des Plaines River forms much of the eastern boundary of the village. Other bodies of water include Butler Lake, Liberty Lake, and Lake Minear. Libertyville's main street is Milwaukee Avenue (Illinois Route 21). The main automobile route to Chicago is via Interstate 94 (the Tri-State Tollway and the Edens Expressway); Chicago's Loop is approximately 45 minutes away. The main Metra rail station sits at the northern edge of downtown off Milwaukee Avenue and serves the Milwaukee District/North Line running from Union Station in Chicago to Fox Lake. The same line is served by another Metra station at Prairie Crossing, near the boundary of Libertyville and Grayslake. The Prairie Crossing station also serves Metra's North Central Line, with service from Union Station to Antioch.

As of the census of 2000, there were 20,742 people, 7,298 households, and 5,451 families living in the village. The population density was 2,364.5 inhabitants per square mile (912.9/km²). There were 7,458 housing units at an average density of 850.2 per square mile (328.3/km2). The racial makeup of the village was 92% White, 5% Asian, and 1% African American. 0.1% was Native American. About 1% each were classified as belonging to other races or two or more races. 3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. While still, largely homogeneous, ethnic diversity had increased slightly since the 1960 census, when the population was indicated as being 99.9% white.

Health and wellness are integral to Libertyville's community, with Advocate Condell Medical Center serving as a cornerstone for comprehensive healthcare services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Libertyville 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 Bodyworks Fitness & Spa, Ultifit, and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Libertyville, such as the Butler Lake Loop and Old School Forest Preserve Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Libertyville, IL are Dunn Museum, MainStreet Libertyville, and Six Flags Great America.

Population: 20,332 (2023). ZIP code: 60048. Area codes: 847, 224. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Area: 9.16 sq mi (23.72 km²).

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Is Libertyville, IL a good place to live?

Libertyville is in Lake County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Libertyville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Libertyville, there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Residents of Libertyville tend to lean conservative. 

What is the ethnicity of Libertyville, IL?

Libertyville, IL is home to a population of 20.6k people, of which 96.5% are citizens. As of 2022, 9.95% of Libertyville, IL residents were born outside of the country (2.05k people). In 2022, there were 12.6 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (16.9k people) in Libertyville, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 1.35k Asian (non-Hispanic) and 578 Two+ (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is Libertyville, IL expensive?

Libertyville is 3% more expensive than the national average and 2% more expensive to live in than the average city in Illinois. This assumes a $72,000 annual salary and a 2-bedroom Apt. Food costs in Libertyville are more affordable than average in the United States. Transportation costs in Libertyville are as affordable than average in the United States.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Village of Libertyville

Advocate Condell Medical Center

Libertyville Parks and Recreation Department

Bodyworks Fitness & Spa

Ultifit 

Anytime Fitness

Butler Lake Loop 

Old School Forest Preserve Trail

Dunn Museum

MainStreet Libertyville

Six Flags Great America

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DataUSA

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