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Park Ridge, Illinois is a city located just northwest of Chicago in Cook County. According to the Wikipedia page for Park Ridge, the city has an estimated population of 37,494 as of 2021. Park Ridge is known for its beautiful historic neighborhoods and highly ranked public schools.

History

Park Ridge was first incorporated as a village in 1873 and then as a city in 1910. The city developed around a major railroad line that connected Chicago to Milwaukee and Minneapolis. For much of its early history, Park Ridge was known for brick-making, helped by the city's proximity to the Chicago Clay Pit. Over time, Park Ridge transitioned to a primarily residential community as it became a convenient suburb for commuters to downtown Chicago.

Some key moments in Park Ridge history include:

• 1873 - Incorporated as a village
• 1910 - Incorporated as a city
• 1950s - Major residential growth as Chicago suburbs expanded
• 2009 - Current Park Ridge Public Library building opened

Learn more Park Ridge history at the City of Park Ridge History page.

Population

According to 2021 US Census population estimates, Park Ridge has a population of 37,494 residents. This makes it one of the larger suburbs in the Chicago metro area. However, compared to some faster-growing suburban cities, Park Ridge's population has remained relatively stable over the past couple decades.

The racial makeup of Park Ridge is predominantly white. The 2021 demographic estimates for the city are:

• White alone: 32,482 (86.6%)
• Asian alone: 2,634 (7.0%)
• Two or more races: 1,023 (2.7%)
• Black or African American alone: 682 (1.8%)
• Other race alone: 364 (1.0%)

Park Ridge also has a significant immigrant population, with 21.1% of residents being foreign-born as of 2019.

Economy and Major Employers

In the past, Park Ridge had a strong manufacturing and industrial base. Major local companies included brickyards, tool works, and chemical plants. However, like many suburbs, the city's economy has shifted more towards service industries and professional occupations in recent decades.

Today, some of the top employers in Park Ridge include:

• Lutheran General Hospital (1775 W Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-723-2210) - Hospital and healthcare center
• Maine Township High School District 207 (1177 S Dee Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-692-8036) - Public school district
• Jewel-Osco - Grocery store chain
• City of Park Ridge (505 Butler Pl, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-318-5200) - Local government
• Oakton Pavilion Health, Rehab & Senior Living (402 S. Park Blvd, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-692-2000) - Senior living community

Many Park Ridge residents work white-collar jobs and commute to downtown Chicago or other areas of Cook County for work. The major professional occupations in 2019 included:

• Healthcare practitioners and technicians - 13.5%
• Management occupations - 13.4%
• Business and financial operations - 10.5%
• Computer and mathematical occupations - 9.6%
• Sales related occupations - 8.8%

Learn more about the Park Ridge economy and development plans at the City of Park Ridge Economic Development page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Park Ridge include:

Park Ridge Public Library

20 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-825-3123

The Park Ridge Public Library first opened in 1907 and moved to its currentaward-winning building in 2009. The LEED Gold certified library offers books, movies, music, computers, events, and more for the community.

Pickwick Theatre

5 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-825-5800

This historic 1928 movie palace is an iconic Park Ridge landmark. The Pickwick Theatre shows both classic and new Hollywood films on its giant screen.

Hinkley Park

2 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Hinkley Park offers green space, seating, and a gazebo right in downtown Park Ridge. The adjacent Park Ridge Farmer's Market sets up in the park on Saturdays from May to October.

Local Resources

City Government

City of Park Ridge
505 Butler Pl, Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-318-5200
Website | Facebook

Public Transportation

Pace Suburban Bus - Provides bus service in Park Ridge and connects to Chicago transit
Website

Sports Teams

Maine East Hawks - High school sports including football, basketball, baseball, and more.
Website

County Government

Cook County
118 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60602
312-603-6400
Website

School Districts

Park Ridge is served by the following public school districts:

• Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 (grades K-8) - Website
• Maine Township High School District 207 (grades 9-12) - Website
• Oakton Community College District 535 (junior college) - Website

Notable Landmarks

Pickwick Theatre

5 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Historic 1928 movie palace in downtown Park Ridge.

Hinkley Park

2 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Popular downtown park with gazebo and farmer's market.

Park Ridge Public Library

20 S Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Award-winning public library building constructed in 2009.

Park Ridge Map

Map of Park Ridge, IL highlighting main roads and landmarks.

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