Downers Grove, IL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 48,815 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Geography
Downers Grove is just southwest of Chicago.
Cultural Attractions
The city boasts the Salt Creek Ballet School and Company, the historic Tivoli Theatre, and the annual Ice Sculpture Festival.
Recreation
Downers Grove has 48 parks within city limits, as well as the 60-mile Illinois Prairie Path, a celebrated bike trail.
Historical
The city is a showcase for the more than two dozen homes built from mail-order kits that were sent out by Sears, Roebuck & Co,. in the first part of the 20th century. They are located near Downers Grove's downtown.
Economy
A variety of businesses exist in the city, from the Good Samaritan Hospital and private boutiques to Fortune 500 companies such as Sara Lee.
| Population [details] | 48,815 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 64.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 635.7 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 47.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 33.48 °F/13.45 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 86.54 °F/64.79 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 35.78 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 19 |
| Cost of living [details] | 91.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (15.83 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHICAGO MIDWAY INTERNATIONAL (14.00 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, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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