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River Grove, IL

River Grove is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 10,612 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area.

River Grove is located at 41°55′33″N 87°50′24″W (41.925830, -87.840135). According to the 2010 census, River Grove has a total area of 2.39 square miles (6.19 km²), all land.

Just as nearby Elmwood Park and Oak Park are named after their historic elm and oak trees, River Grove gets its two-part name first from the community's shallow, muddy Des Plaines River, and second from the majestic groves of American ash trees lining the shore of the river's "bottomland." Credit goes to the village's early German and Nordic settlers who, already holding a great reverence for the "mystic ash" through old world traditions, felt that they were home again among the familiar groves of ash trees, "just like the ones they left behind." Up until the modern-day extinction event of the American ash tree species 2006–2018, River Grove was the home to Cook County's second-oldest green ash with an estimated age of 240 in the "old growth" Lafrombose Woods, along with several other living examples of locally evolved white, green, black and blue ash types 110–160 years of age scattered around the village. Because the invasive Asian emerald ash borer kills off young trees long before they reach the seeding age of 10, scientists theorize that the "Fraxinus/ash" species will no longer be able to germinate continued generations by 2018 within the local woods, or only 12 years after EAB was first discovered in River Grove.

James Kirie (1911–2000), businessman and Illinois state representative, was born in River Grove.

As of the 2020 census, there were 10,612 people, 3,642 households, and 2,467 families residing in the village. The population density was 4,438.31 inhabitants per square mile (1,713.64/km²). There were 4,482 housing units at an average density of 1,874.53 per square mile (723.76/km²). The racial makeup of the village was 68.33% White, 2.21% African American, 1.04% Native American, 2.25% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 14.64% from other races, and 11.52% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 31.54% of the population.

River Grove places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with accessible healthcare facilities and recreational opportunities for residents. The Ascension Resurrection, located nearby, provides comprehensive medical services, ensuring the well-being of the community. 

Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the River Grove Parks and Recreation Department offers. 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. A popular option includes Majestic Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around River Grove, such as the Des Plaines River Trail, Jerome Huppert Woods, and Sunset Bridge Meadow. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in River Grove, IL are Cernan Earth and Space Center, Millennium Park, and Des Plaines River Trail.

Population: 10,612 (2020). ZIP Code: 60171. Area code: 708. Elevation: 650 ft (198 m). Area: 2.39 sq mi (6.19 km²).

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Is River Grove, IL a good neighborhood?

Living in River Grove offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In River Grove, there are a lot of bars, restaurants, and parks. Many families live in River Grove and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in River Grove are highly rated.

What is the ethnicity of River Grove, IL?

River Grove, IL is home to a population of 10.5k people, of which 87.6% are citizens. As of 2022, 27.8% of River Grove, IL residents were born outside of the country (2.92k people). In 2022, there were 3.2 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (6.6k people) in River Grove, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.07k Other (Hispanic) and 981 White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Is River Grove, IL expensive?

River Grove, Illinois's cost of living is 5% lower than the national average. River Grove's housing expenses are 9% 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.

Sources

Wikipedia 

Village of River Grove 

Ascension Resurrection

River Grove Parks and Recreation Department

Majestic Fitness

Des Plaines River Trail

Jerome Huppert Woods 

Sunset Bridge Meadow

Cernan Earth and Space Center

Millennium Park

Des Plaines River Trail

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Data USA

Payscale

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