Darien, IL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 24,125 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Geography
Darien sits in northeastern Illinois, slightly southeast of Chicago.
Cultural Attractions
DarienFest is a weekend-long festival featuring a craft show, live music, plenty of food, and amusement rides.
Recreation
The city boasts 16 parks and is a short drive away from Chicago.
Historical
The son of Thomas Andrus, the city's first settler, would swim across the Illinois and Michigan Canal to retrieve mail.
Economy
Darien's economy is fueled by commercial and light research industry.
| Population [details] | 24,125 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 60.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 685.05 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 43.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 32.69 °F/12.81 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.32 °F/64.5 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 35.51 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 8 |
| Cost of living [details] | 91.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (14.62 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHICAGO MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL (12.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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