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Downers Grove

Downers Grove

The arrival of the railroad in 1864 brought new opportunities and stimulated growth.

Welcome to Downers Grove

Downers Grove traces its name to Pierce Downer who settled the area on 150 acres in 1832. The arrival of the railroad in 1864 brought new opportunities and stimulated growth. The mid-1960s to the mid-1980s saw a boom period in which the population doubled.
 
Abundant trees, parks and greenery earned Downers Grove the nickname, "Village of Trees." Students attend elementary schools in District 58 or 69, and high school at Downers Grove North and Downers Grove South (District 99). Downers Grove has park sites totaling 500 acres. More than 500 programs are coordinated by the Park District and are devoted to sports, recreation, leisure, and learning, including fully-developed programs for people with disabilities.
 
The downtown area has a thriving shopping district, new construction condos, and entertainment venues that include the Tivoli Theater.

Overview for Downers Grove, IL

50,209 people live in Downers Grove, where the median age is 42.8 and the average individual income is $57,209. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

50,209

Total Population

42.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$57,209

Average individual Income

Around Downers Grove, IL

There's plenty to do around Downers Grove, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

78
Very Walkable
Walking Score
70
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
34
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tropical Smoothie Cafe, Bacuri Bakery, and Sweet & Salty.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.53 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 2.18 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.8 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.37 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.79 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.75 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Downers Grove, IL

Downers Grove has 20,382 households, with an average household size of 2.44. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Downers Grove do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 50,209 people call Downers Grove home. The population density is 3,427.88 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

50,209

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.8

Median Age

48.16 / 51.84%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
20,382

Total Households

2.44

Average Household Size

$57,209

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Downers Grove, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Downers Grove. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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