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Elmhurst, IL is a vibrant city located in the Chicago metro area. With a population of 45,661 and a population density of 4,537 people per square mile, Elmhurst has much to offer for its residents and visitors alike. The local businesses include restaurants such as Andreson's Bakery & Cafe, bars like Rosie O’Hares Pub & Grill, and specialty stores like Big Boss Chocolatier. Outdoor activities are plentiful year-round in Elmhurst as it is close to many parks like Wilder Park and attractions such as the Elmhurst Art Museum. Other organizations within Elmhurst that provide services to its citizens include the Yorkfield Food Pantry and the Elmhurst Public Library District. Sports fans can enjoy watching local events at sporting venues such as Stadecken Field or cheer on the Bulls at the United Center in nearby Chicago.

The population in Elmhurst is 45,661. There are 4,452 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Elmhurst is 40.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Elmhurst is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Elmhurst
- 59.4% are married
- 7.7% are divorced
- 44.0% are married with children
- 8.1% have children, but are single
Race in Elmhurst

- 82.9% are White
- 1.4% are Black
- 5.8% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 8.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

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Reviews for Elmhurst
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Over 11 years ago

We feel pretty safe in our community. The police are nice and helpful. I do not feel the crime rate is  More

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Over 15 years ago

Elmhurst is a FANTASTIC town to live in. My husband and I both grew up in the Chicago suburbs, and have lived in Elmhurst for the past 5 years. We feel incredibly safe  More

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We've lived here for 25 years - Elmhurst, IL. By luck in 1983, we moved here. Young newlyweds, we really weren't too well versed in sizing up a community to buy a  More

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