Bloomingdale, New York Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

In the early 1940s, Bloomingdale had lost its reputation as an elite white neighborhood. Increasing numbers of automobiles and roads made it easier to commute downtown. By then, nearly 90 percent of the white households were renters. Overcrowding had occurred as a result of the influx of war workers and their families. Some multigenerational families shared quarters with up to four boarders. Black households sheltered up to thirteen adults.

The city of Bloomingdale is located in northern Illinois, in the county of McHenry. The population is approximately 22,221 and consists of primarily of Whites, Asians, and Blacks. Its median age is 41.8 years old. The median age for residents is 39 years old for males and 45.5 years old for females. Almost half of the Bloomingdale residents are married and have children.

The city is located northeast of downtown Chicago. It has two churches and a school, the Samuel R. Donald School, which was completed in 1886. In addition, the Bloomingdale Cornet Band was founded in 1884. The most significant highway through the city is Interstate 287, although there are no direct accesses within the city. County Route 511 is the major road serving the city.

The most common employment sectors in Bloomingdale are Manufacturing, Retail Trade, and Health Care & Social Assistance. Census data is tagged to the residential address. The growth of domestic outbound Illinois trade is projected to decrease in comparison to neighboring states. A significant number of residents in Bloomingdale live in apartments. These buildings are often converted to apartments. The area is home to several restaurants and shops.