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Lombard, Illinois

       
Total population 42,792 Average January/July temperatures 24.4° / 75.9°
Median home price $ 258,000 Annual Precipitation 36.38 in. /yr.
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Lombard, Illinois

This residential suburb is known for its lilacs.

Cultural Attractions
Lilacia Park showcases a variety of lilacs, validating Lombard's reputation for spectacular blooms.  Every year, the city holds the Lilac Festival to celebrate the flower.
Economy
Manufacturing, particularly of plastics, is an important industry in Lombard.
Geography
Lombard is located in DuPage County in northeastern Illinois.
Historical
Stone quarries located in Lombard were essential to the growth of DuPage County in the 19th century.
Recreation
The Lombard Park District offers many amenities for adults, such as golf and fitness classes.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 33.67 ° / 15.2 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 86.25 ° / 65.59 °
Precipitation (?) 36.38 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 23 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 104
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 124
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 258,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $64393.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $59835
Maximum state income tax (?) N/A
State sales tax (?) 7.75 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .480 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 39
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 63
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 27
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 274
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 20
Number of libraries within the county (?) 28
Number of museums within the county (?) 36
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 7
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 42,792
Population density (?) 4,465 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 53.9% growth
Population over 55 (?) 11,373 people
Education (?) 33 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 41
Number of clinics within the county (?) 99
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 304
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