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Machesney Park, IL

Machesney Park is a village located in Winnebago County, Illinois, United States. The population was 23,499 at the 2010 census, up from 20,759 in 2000. Machesney Park is part of the Rockford, Illinois Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Machesney Park is located at 42°21′18″N 89°2′27″W (42.354989, -89.040827). According to the 2010 census, Machesney Park has a total area of 13.005 square miles (33.68 km²), of which 12.68 square miles (32.84 km²) (or 97.5%) is land and 0.325 square miles (0.84 km²) (or 2.5%) is water.

The name Machesney Park has its roots in Machesney Airport, which was located on the main street North Second where the Machesney Mall stands today, which was founded in 1927 by Fred Machesney, a Barnstorming aviator. The Machesney Elementary School across the street from where the airport was located was also named after Fred Machesney's airport. The airfield was Rockford's main airport until the 1950s when the Greater Rockford Airport came online. In 1928 a famous flight from Rockford to Sweden took off from the field. The attempt failed as the two pilots crashed in Greenland, later being safely rescued. Machesney Field was used by the Army Air Corps during World War II as a stop by fighter aircraft being ferried to the Soviet Union.

This area of unincorporated Winnebago County saw growth pick up after World War II. This led to the formation of North Park, a public water district and volunteer firefighting company, and the unofficial name for the area. Machesney Park became a village in 1981 after being approved in a referendum.

At the 2010 census, there were 23,499 people, 9,351 households. The population density was 758 inhabitants per square mile (293/km²). There were 9,351 housing units at an average density of 301.5 per square mile (116.4/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 91.47% White, 2.83% African American, 0.24% Native American, 1.55% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.63% from other races, and 2.25% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.99%.

Machesney Park places a significant emphasis on health and wellness, with healthcare facilities such as the SwedishAmerican Medical Group serving the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Machesney Park 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 Northern Illinois Combat Club & Fitness and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Machesney Park, such as the Rock Cut State Park and Pierce Lake and Willow Creek Loop. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top Sites in Machesney Park, IL are Forest Preserves of Winnebago County, Schoonmaker Park, Laurent House.

Population: 22,950 (2020). ZIP Codes: 61103. Area code: 815. Elevation: 741 ft (226 m). Area: 13.03 sq mi (33.74 km²).

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What are the demographics of Machesney Park, IL?

Machesney Park, IL is home to a population of 22.8k people, of which 97.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 4.73% of Machesney Park, IL residents were born outside of the country (1.08k people). In 2022, there were 19.6 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (18.8k people) in Machesney Park, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 959 White (Hispanic) and 878 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the history of Machesney Park, IL?

In the winter of 1981, voters decided in a referendum to form the Village of Machesney Park, and the first Village officers were elected in the following spring of 1982. The name “Machesney Park” is derived from the former Machesney “Rockford” Airport and the area’s original informal name, North Park. Machesney Park was officially incorporated as a municipality in the State of Illinois on February 24, 1981, and recently celebrated its 40th Anniversary in 2021.

What is the crime rate in Machesney Park, IL?

The crime rate in Machesney Park is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 13 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 Machesney Park is 1 in 77. Based on FBI crime data, Machesney Park is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Illinois, Machesney Park has a crime rate that is higher than 76% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Machesney Park

SwedishAmerican Medical Group 

Machesney Park Parks and Recreation Department

Northern Illinois Combat Club & Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Rock Cut State Park 

Pierce Lake and Willow Creek Loop

Forest Preserves of Winnebago County

Schoonmaker Park

Laurent House

Data USA

Neighborhoodscout

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