New Lenox
| General Information | |
| Name | New Lenox |
| Native Name | |
| Other Names | |
| Settlement Type | Village |
| Transliteration | |
| Language 1 | |
| Type 1 | |
| Info 1 | |
| Location | |
| Coordinates |
41°30
43°N
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| Map | |
| Population | |
| Total | 27,214 |
| Density | per km² |
| Area | |
| Total | km² |
| Land | km² |
| Water | km² |
| Government | |
| Type | Mayor–council government |
| Leader | Tim Baldermann |
| Time Zone | |
| Standard | UTC-6 |
| DST | UTC-5 |
New Lenox is a village located in Will County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago and is part of the Chicago metropolitan area. The village was incorporated in 1946 and has grown significantly over the years.
Geography[edit | edit source]
New Lenox is situated at
41°30
43°N
. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 15.68 square miles, of which 15.66 square miles is land and 0.02 square miles is water.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, New Lenox had a population of 27,214. The village has a diverse community with a variety of cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
Government[edit | edit source]
New Lenox operates under a Mayor–council government system. The current mayor is Tim Baldermann. The village government is responsible for local services and community development.
Education[edit | edit source]
New Lenox is served by several school districts, including New Lenox School District 122 and Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210. The village is home to a number of public and private schools, providing education from elementary through high school.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
New Lenox is accessible via several major highways, including Interstate 80 and U.S. Route 30. The village is also served by the Metra commuter rail system, providing access to downtown Chicago.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of New Lenox is diverse, with a mix of retail, healthcare, and manufacturing industries. The village has several shopping centers and business parks that contribute to its economic growth.
Healthcare[edit | edit source]
New Lenox is home to the Silver Cross Hospital, a major healthcare facility that provides a wide range of medical services to the community.
Parks and Recreation[edit | edit source]
The village offers numerous parks and recreational facilities, including the New Lenox Community Park District, which manages several parks and organizes community events and programs.
External Links[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
Village of New Lenox Official Website Full text,
, Accessed on: 2023-10-01.
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