Marengo, IL is a small town located in Northern Illinois with a population of 7,466 and a population density of 933 people per square mile. It's the perfect place to call home if you're looking for a quiet rural atmosphere; however, there are still plenty of opportunities to get involved in the community. Local businesses include grocery stores, restaurants, shops, and a movie theater. Year-round outdoor activities include hiking trails at Marengo Ridge Conservation Area or go camping at Lake Lou Yaeger Recreation area. Other organizations such as local charities and religious organizations offer volunteer opportunities within the community. The city also has multiple sporting events such as youth soccer leagues, little league baseball tournaments, and high school football games. With so many options, Marengo offers something for everyone!
The population in Marengo is 7,466. There are 944 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Marengo is 30.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Marengo is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Marengo
- 46.1% are married
- 12.2% are divorced
- 35.1% are married with children
- 14.7% have children, but are single
Race in Marengo
- 81.9% are White
- 1.3% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 14.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander