Libertyville

Libertyville

General Information
Name	Libertyville
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	Village
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates	42°17 3°N
Map
Population
Total	20,315
Density	per km²
Area
Total	km²
Land	km²
Water	km²
Government
Type
Leader
Time Zone
Standard	UTC-6
DST	UTC-5

Libertyville is a village in Lake County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago and is located about 5 miles west of Lake Michigan.

History

Libertyville was first settled in the 1830s. The area was originally known as Vardin's Grove, named after the first settler, George Vardin. In 1836, the town was renamed Independence Grove, and later, in 1837, it was renamed Libertyville.

Geography

Libertyville is located at

   
       42°17 
       3°N
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 9.15 square miles, of which 8.81 square miles is land and 0.34 square miles is water.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Libertyville had a population of 20,315. The village is known for its high quality of life and excellent public school system.

Education

Libertyville is served by Libertyville High School, which is part of Community High School District 128. The village also has several elementary schools and middle schools.

Economy

Libertyville has a diverse economy with a mix of retail, manufacturing, and service industries. The village's downtown area is known for its historic buildings and vibrant shopping district.

Transportation

Libertyville is served by the Metra commuter rail system, which provides access to Chicago. The village is also accessible via Interstate 94 and U.S. Route 45.

Notable People

• Marlon Brando, actor, lived in Libertyville during his youth.
• Adlai Stevenson II, politician, was a resident of Libertyville.

External Links

• Official website of Libertyville