Population
Bloomingdale is a village located in DuPage County, Illinois. According to the Wikipedia page for Bloomingdale, the village had a population of 22,018 at the 2010 census. As of 2019, the estimated population was 22,938. This represents a steady growth rate over the past decade.
Economy and Major Employers
Some of the top employers in Bloomingdale include companies like Walmart, Safeway, Sports Authority, Pacific Dental Services, Netech Corporation, and Aldi according to the village’s official website. Many residents also commute to Chicago which is less than 30 miles away from Bloomingdale.
In 2016, the median household income in Bloomingdale was $76,989. The top industries providing employment are healthcare, retail trade, and manufacturing. The sales tax rate in Bloomingdale is 10.25%.
Points of Interest
Springfield Park
Springfield Park is a popular outdoor recreational area managed by the Bloomingdale Park District. The park covers 82 acres and includes playgrounds, athletic fields, walking paths, and more. It hosts events throughout the year like concerts, movies in the park, and a farmer’s market.
The Promenade Bolingbrook
The Promenade is an outdoor shopping center located on Illinois Route 53. It features department stores, restaurants, a movie theater, and other retail establishments. Popular stores include Target, Kohl’s, Best Buy, and Barnes & Noble.
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
Operated by the DuPage County Forest Preserve, Hawthorne Hill Nature Center spans nearly 80 acres and offers hiking trails through restored prairie land. It also features educational exhibits inside for learning about local plants and animals.
Local Government
Bloomingdale has a village government structure led by a village president and board of trustees. The official government website for the Village of Bloomingdale is www.villageofbloomingdale.org.
Tourism
The Bloomingdale Convention and Visitors Bureau promotes tourism and operates the Visit Bloomingdale website. This site highlights upcoming events, places to stay, and things to do around Bloomingdale.
Residents of Bloomingdale can join the village’s official Facebook page to stay up to date on community news and events.
Sports
Bloomingdale doesn’t have any major professional sports teams. However, youth sports are popular in the village. The Bloomingdale Lightning youth football and cheer program competes against teams from other nearby towns.