Washington Park, IL is a small, yet vibrant community located near the state border of Illinois and Missouri. With a population of 2,732 people and a population density of 1,520 people per square mile, it is a great place to raise a family or start a business. There are plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities year-round in Washington Park, such as fishing at nearby lakes and rivers, taking part in local sports leagues such as basketball and tennis, or even enjoying some golf out at the Washington Park Country Club. There are also several local businesses in the area that cater to all types of needs; including restaurants, grocery stores, clothing stores and more. Other organizations such as churches and service clubs are also popular among locals. Every summer there are plenty of festivals and events to take part in such as the annual Fireman’s Fair which features rides, food vendors and live entertainment. The town also hosts an annual parade on Memorial Day each year to honor veterans who have served our country.
The population in Washington Park is 2,732. There are 1,084 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Washington Park is 42.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Washington Park is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Washington Park
- 26.5% are married
- 12.2% are divorced
- 8.4% are married with children
- 44.1% have children, but are single
Race in Washington Park
- 2.6% are White
- 94.6% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander