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Woodridge, IL

Woodridge is a village in DuPage County, Illinois, with small portions in Will and Cook counties, and a southwestern suburb of Chicago. Per the 2020 census, the population was 34,158.

The village is just north of the I-55 junction with IL-53. Woodridge was incorporated on August 24, 1959, with less than 500 residents. It is named for its location in a wooded area above a steep hillside, locally known as "The Ridge," which overlooks the DuPage River's East Branch and the Des Plaines Valley.

Woodridge is a young community with the vast majority of its homes, businesses, and churches constructed after the 1950s. Woodridge was founded by a housing developer, Albert Kaufman, who was largely responsible for the creation of the village.

In July 2007, Woodridge was ranked No. 61 on Money magazine's "100 Best Places to Live". It uses the 630 and 331 area codes. Woodridge is the home of the Home Run Inn pizzeria chain and was the home of Pabst Brewing Company from 2006 to 2011.

Woodridge is located at 41°44′40″N 88°2′38″W (41.744582, −88.043869).

According to the 2021 census gazetteer files, Woodridge has a total area of 9.79 square miles (25.36 km²), of which 9.63 square miles (24.94 km²) (or 98.37%) is land and 0.16 square miles (0.41 km²) (or 1.63%) is water.

Woodridge is bordered by Naperville to the west, Downers Grove to the northeast, Darien to the east, Lemont to the south, Bolingbrook to the southwest, and Lisle to the northwest.

In terms of health and wellness, Woodridge prioritizes the well-being of its community. Edward-Elmhurst Health operates a comprehensive medical center in the area, providing a range of healthcare services to residents. The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton provides a luxurious retreat with a range of bespoke treatments, including signature massages, facials, and body therapies. King Spa & Sauna is a Korean-style jjimjilbang that offers a variety of saunas, pools, and relaxation areas. Spavia Day Spa offers a wide range of personalized spa services, including therapeutic massages, skin care treatments, and body wraps. Exhale Spa is part of a national chain known for its combination of fitness and spa services. Their massage offerings include deep tissue, sports, Swedish, and prenatal massages. Heavenly Massage provides a wide range of massage services including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and reflexology.

Top Sites in Woodridge, IL: Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park, The Morton Arboretum, Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve.

Population: 34,158 (2020). ZIP Code: 60517. Area codes: 630, 331. Elevation: 750 ft (0 m). Area: 9.79 sq mi (25.36 km²).

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Is Woodridge, IL a good place to live?

Woodridge is a suburb of Chicago with a population of 34,027. Woodridge is in DuPage County and is one of the best places to live in Illinois. Living in Woodridge offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Woodridge, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks.

What is Woodridge, IL is known for?

Woodridge is home to more than 13 million square feet of warehouse and industrial space, including one of the largest business parks in the Chicago area – Internationale Centre. Edward Don, Elevance Renewable Sciences, Home Run Inn Pizza, Morey Corporation, Orbus, Inventus Power, Hendrickson International and AMS Mechanical are several examples of major industry companies choosing Woodridge as their corporate headquarters. Whether your business is a startup, or a major corporation looking for a new home, Woodridge has diverse business opportunities to consider.

Is Woodridge, IL a suburb of Chicago?

Woodridge, IL, is a Dupage County village, but some parts are in Will and Cook counties. When Woodridge was incorporated in 1959, there were only 500 residents—the village is now a notable Chicago suburb. The founder, Albert Kaufman, is the housing developer primarily responsible for its early development.

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Village of Woodridge

Wikipedia

Federal Cos

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Edward-Elmhurst Health

The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton

King Spa & Sauna

Spavia Day Spa

Exhale Spa

Heavenly Massage

Cypress Cove Family Aquatic Park

The Morton Arboretum

Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve

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