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Montgomery, IL

Montgomery is a village within the Chicago Metropolitan Area of Kane and Kendall counties, Illinois. The village is a suburb/exurb of Chicago located roughly 45 miles (72 km) southwest of the city. The population was 20,262 at the 2020 census.

Montgomery is located in southern Kane County and northern Kendall County. It is bordered to the north and east by Aurora, to the south by Oswego and Boulder Hill, and the southwest by Yorkville. The village sits on both sides of the Fox River. U.S. Route 30 passes through the village, leading southeast 11 miles (18 km) to Plainfield and northwest 7 miles (11 km) to Sugar Grove. Illinois Route 31 runs through the village on the west side of the Fox River, leading northeast 2.5 miles (4.0 km) to the center of Aurora and southwest 3.5 miles (5.6 km) to the center of Oswego. Illinois Route 25 runs along the east side of the Fox River, also leading to Aurora and Oswego.

According to the 2010 census, Montgomery has a total area of 9.512 square miles (24.64 km²), of which 9.34 square miles (24.19 km²) (or 98.19%) is land and 0.172 square miles (0.45 km²) (or 1.81%) is water.

The first European settler arriving in the area was Jacob Carpenter, who came to the Chicago area from Logan County, Ohio, in November 1832. In the fall of 1835, Daniel S. Gray, from Montgomery County, New York, visited the area where his brother Nicholas Gray had located in the previous spring, on a farm now within the limits of Kendall County. He made immediate preparations to settle there, and in the fall of 1836, after his family moved from New York State, he built the first wooden house in the area. It was located in the southern part of what is now Montgomery, near the west bank of the Fox River.

Daniel Gray is considered the founder of Montgomery and bought land grants from the federal government, and had ownership of large tracts of land.

The settlement was called "Graystown" for several years, but eventually Gray convinced other settlers to call the small village "Montgomery" after the New York county where he and several other settlers had origins.

In terms of health and wellness, Montgomery prioritizes the well-being of its residents. The Montgomery County Memorial Hospital serves as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Montgomery 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 Fox Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Montgomery, such as the Blackberry Creek Trail and South Broadway Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Montgomery, IL are Phillips Park Zoo, Raging Waves, and Basement of the Dead.

Population: 20,262 (2020). ZIP Code: 60538. Area codes: 630, 331. Elevation: 663 ft (202 m). Area: 9.55 sq mi (24.72 km²).

FAQs

Is Montgomery, IL a good place to live?

Living in Montgomery offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Montgomery, there are a lot of parks. Many families and young professionals live in Montgomery and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Montgomery are above average.

Is Montgomery, IL expensive?

Montgomery, Illinois's cost of living is 21% higher than the national average. Montgomery's housing expenses are 35% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 3% lower than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 25% higher than the national average.

What is the crime rate in Montgomery, IL?

Montgomery has an overall crime rate of 12 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Montgomery is 1 in 83. Montgomery's crime rate is lower than approximately 26% of Illinois communities.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Montgomery

Montgomery County Memorial Hospital 

Montgomery Parks and Recreation Department

Planet Fitness 

Fox Fitness

Blackberry Creek Trail 

South Broadway Park

Phillips Park Zoo

Raging Waves

Basement of the Dead

Niche

Payscale

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