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Sycamore, IL

Sycamore is a city in DeKalb County, Illinois, United States. It has a commercial district based and centered on Illinois Route 64. Up from 7,419 at the 2010 census. Sycamore is the county seat of DeKalb County and was named after the sycamore tree.

Sycamore is located along Illinois Route 64 (State Street in Sycamore) about 35 miles (56 km) southeast of Rockford and 55 miles (89 km) west-northwest of Chicago. It is along the south bank of the East Branch of the South Branch Kishwaukee River in DeKalb County.

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Sycamore has a total area of 10.18 square miles (26.37 km²), of which 10.12 square miles (26.21 km²) (or 99.43%) is land and 0.06 square miles (0.16 km²) (or 0.57%) is water.] The terrain in Sycamore and the surrounding area is gently rolling and contains rich soil which was originally heavily forested.

The commercial district of Sycamore is based on Illinois Route 64 and stretches about a mile down starting from the intersection of Route 64 with Illinois Route 23 and ending at Center Cross Road. The district is composed of two-story shops, a bank, a small movie theater, and the former Midwest Museum of Natural History. The town also has the county courthouse, built in 1904, of limestone.

The first European settlers to the Sycamore area arrived in 1835 and concentrated themselves mostly north of the Kishwaukee River (the name of which means Sycamore) and the present site of Sycamore. The original town was platted by a New Yorker named Christian Sharer. A mill was constructed and the Kishwaukee dammed but the town failed. By 1837, after some controversy, the location of the county seat was settled in favor of Orange, Sycamore's original name, and the settlement moved to the present-day site of the city.

The present-day town site was platted by James Waterman and Evans Wharry in 1837 (the same year Chicago was founded). The first settler at the new site was Carlos Lattin, who preceded the town, having arrived in 1835. Lattin staked a claim that included most of the present west side of the city and erected his first cabin just north of downtown.

The city places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with the KishHealth System playing a vital role in providing healthcare services to residents. Residents and visitors alike can explore green spaces such as Sycamore Park and the Great Western Trail, providing serene environments for relaxation and recreational pursuits. Access fitness classes, swimming, and other wellness programs at the YMCA of DeKalb County, Rise Fitness & Health, and Pathway Fitness. Access family counseling and support services at the Family Service Agency of DeKalb County. Lastly, get personalized nutrition advice and counseling sessions at Northwestern Medicine.

The top sites in Sycamore, IL are DeKalb County History Center, Sycamore Golf Club, and Sycamore Family Sports Center.

Population: 18,652 (2022). ZIP Code: 60178. Area code: 815. Elevation: 875 ft (267 m). Area: 10.18 sq mi (26.36 km²).

FAQs

Is Sycamore, IL a nice place to live?

Sycamore is a with a population of 18,171. Sycamore is in DeKalb County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Sycamore offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Sycamore there are a lot of parks.

What is the crime rate in Sycamore, IL?

The crime rate in Sycamore 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 Sycamore is 1 in 75. Based on FBI crime data, Sycamore is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Illinois, Sycamore has a crime rate that is higher than 77% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

What is the ethnicity of Sycamore, IL?

Race and Ethnicity. In 2022, there were 20.2 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (15.5k people) in Sycamore, IL than any other race or ethnicity. There were 770 White (Hispanic) and 607 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Sycamore

KishHealth System 

Sycamore Park 

Great Western Trail

YMCA of DeKalb County

Rise Fitness & Health 

Pathway Fitness

Family Service Agency of DeKalb County

Northwestern Medicine

DeKalb County History Center

Sycamore Golf Club

Sycamore Family Sports Center

Niche

Neighborhoodscout

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