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Loves Park, IL

Loves Park is a city in Boone and Winnebago counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. Most of the city is in Winnebago County, with a tiny sliver in the east located in Boone County. The population was 23,397 at the 2020 census. Loves Park is part of the Rockford Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Loves Park is located at 42°19′34″N 89°1′33″W (42.326227, -89.025739). According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Loves Park has a total area of 16.85 square miles (43.64 km²), of which 16.33 square miles (42.29 km²) (or 96.86%) is land and 0.53 square miles (1.37 km²) (or 3.14%) is water.

Malcolm Love, an industrialist in Rockford, Illinois, purchased 236 acres of land in this area in 1901 and set up a gathering place that came to be known as Love's Park. The city of Loves Park was incorporated in 1947. When the city's economy was negatively affected by the early 1980s recession, City Hall was moved from the Grand Avenue fire station into the Marshall Middle School to save money. In 2001, Danfoss moved its plant from Rockford to Loves Park, becoming one of the town's largest employers.

As of the 2020 census, there were 23,397 people, 9,608 households, and 6,138 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,388.22 inhabitants per square mile (535.99/km²). There were 10,640 housing units at an average density of 631.30 per square mile (243.75/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 79.42% White, 5.48% African American, 0.30% Native American, 3.59% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 2.92% from other races, and 8.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.89% of the population.

The median income for a household in the city was $57,096, and the median income for a family was $66,914. Males had a median income of $49,182 versus $28,021 for females. The per capita income for the city was $31,504. About 9.9% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.9% of those under age 18 and 6.3% of those age 65 or over.

The city prioritizes the health and well-being of its residents, with OSF HealthCare serving as a cornerstone of healthcare, providing comprehensive medical services to the community. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Anytime Fitness, Body Dynamics, and Strength & Conditioning Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Loves Park, such as the Pierce Lake Trail and Willow Creek Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Loves Park, IL are Anderson Japanese Gardens, Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, and Rock Cut State Park.

Population: 23,397 (2020). ZIP Codes: 61131. Area codes: 779, 815. Elevation: 728 ft (222 m). Area: 16.85 sq mi (43.65 km²).

FAQs

Is Loves Park, IL a good place to live?

Living in Loves Park offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Loves Park there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Loves Park and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Loves Park are above average.

Is Loves Park, IL a safe place to live?

The crime rate in Loves Park is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 18 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Loves Park is 1 in 55. Based on FBI crime data, Loves Park is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Illinois, Loves Park has a crime rate that is higher than 86% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Is Loves Park, IL expensive?

Loves Park, Illinois's cost of living is 8% lower than the national average. Loves Park's housing expenses are 13% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 5% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 17% higher than the national average.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Loves Park

OSF HealthCare

Anytime Fitness

Body Dynamics 

Strength & Conditioning Gym

Pierce Lake Trail 

Willow Creek Trail

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens

Rock Cut State Park

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

Payscale

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