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Naperville is a city located 27 miles west of Chicago in DuPage and Will counties in Illinois. With a population of 147,682 as of the 2020 census, it is the fourth largest city in Illinois. Naperville was voted the best place to live in the United States by Money Magazine in 2006 and 2008.

History of Naperville

Naperville was founded in 1831 by Joseph Naper. Naper constructed a sawmill on the DuPage River and was soon joined by other settlers. The city was incorporated in 1857. Naperville's early economy was based on agriculture and quarrying limestone. The city grew rapidly in the late 20th century as Chicago's suburbs expanded. Historic attractions in Naperville include the Naper Settlement outdoor museum.

Population

As of the 2020 census, Naperville had a population of 147,682 residents. This makes it the 3rd largest city in the state of Illinois after Chicago and Aurora. The racial makeup of the city is 75.4% White, 5.3% African American, 14.3% Asian, and 13.3% Hispanic or Latino.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the most popular attractions and landmarks in Naperville include:

The Naper Settlement Museum - Outdoor museum with over 30 historical buildings and artifacts from the 19th century. Address: 523 South Webster St, Naperville, IL 60540 Phone: (630) 420-6010
Centennial Beach - Large beach along the DuPage River popular for swimming and relaxing in the summer. Address: 500 W Jackson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540
The Great Western Trail - Scenic bike path through DuPage County. GPS Coordinates: 41.766508, -88.182921
The Morton Arboretum - Renowned outdoor arboretum and botanical gardens. 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle, IL 60532 GPS Coordinates: 41.8056763, -88.0542557
North Central College - Private liberal arts college founded in 1861. 30 N Brainard St, Naperville, IL 60540 GPS Coordinates: 41.776, -88.220278

County and Local Government

Naperville is located primarily in DuPage County, with a small portion in Will County. The DuPage County government website can be found here and their address is 421 N County Farm Rd, Wheaton, IL 60187. The Will County government website can be found here and their address is 302 N Chicago St, Joliet, IL 60432. The Naperville city government website can be found here and their address is 400 S Eagle St, Naperville, IL 60540. The phone number for the city is (630) 420-6111.

School Districts

Naperville is served by several public school districts:

Naperville Community Unit School District 203 - Serves most of Naperville
Indian Prairie School District 204 - Serves Aurora and parts of Naperville
Clarendon Hills School District 181 - Serves parts of Naperville and Clarendon Hills

In addition, several private and parochial schools serve Naperville residents. Some of the largest are Benet Academy, Neuqua Valley Christian School, SS. Peter & Paul School, and Naperville Academy.

Economy and Major Employers

Naperville has a strong, diverse economy with major employers in sectors like healthcare, education, finance, and technology. Some of the largest employers include:

Edward Hospital - 801 S Washington St, Naperville, IL 60540 - (630) 527-3000
North Central College - 30 N Brainard St, Naperville, IL 60540 - (630) 637-5800
Alight Solutions - 2650 Warrenville Rd, Downers Grove, IL 60515 - (630) 602-5000
College of DuPage - 425 Fawell Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 - (630) 942-2800
Concordia Plan Services - 8303 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631 - (708) 647-2991

Major industries include finance, insurance, pharmaceuticals, research, and high tech. The unemployment rate is very low at around 3%. Naperville has one of the most educated workforces in the nation in terms of advanced degrees.

Transportation

Naperville has access to major highways including I-88, I-355, and Route 59. The Metra public rail system operates stations in Naperville providing commuter rail service to Chicago. The Pace suburban bus service also serves the city.

Facebook

The official Facebook page for Naperville can be found here. It provides updates on local events, government news, and more.

Sports

The Naperville Riverhawks are a collegiate summer baseball team playing in the MSBL. Their home field is DuPage Medical Group Field.

Additional Local Resources

Naperville Public Library - 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL 60565 - (630) 548-1420
Naperville Park District - 320 W Jackson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540 - (630) 848-5000
Waste and Recycling - City municipal waste services
Utility Billing - City utility billing services
Police Department - 1350 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL 60540 - (630) 420-6666 - Emergency: 911

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