Discover the Charm & Diversity of Chicago’s Suburbs
This gallery captures vibrant scenes and unique moments from the diverse towns and villages around Chicago’s northern suburbs.
Fun Facts About Chicagoland
Chicagoland” is an informal term that refers to the metropolitan area surrounding Chicago, Illinois. It includes the city of Chicago itself plus its surrounding suburbs and exurbs in northeastern Illinois, and often extends into parts of northwest Indiana and sometimes southeast Wisconsin.
9.5+ million
Population
Chicagoland is the third most popuated metro area in the U.S.
10.8k sq. miles
Area
The official Metropolitan Statsistical Area (MSA) land area, as per the U.S. Census Bureau and OMB, is approximately 10,856 square miles.
Aurora
Largest population outside of Chicago
Chicago – ~2.72 mil
Aurora – 180,710
Aurora is known as the “City of Lights” because it was one of the first cities in the U.S. to adopt an all-electric street lighting system in 1881.
Explore Chicago’s Vibrant Suburban Towns
Discover the charm and history of Chicago’s North, West, and South suburbs with curated guides and local insights.
North
Suburbs
Uncover the unique communities and thriving events that define Chicago’s northern neighborhoods.
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North Suburbs
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North Shore
NorthWest Suburbs
Dive into the dynamic lifestyle and business scene across Chicago’s western suburban towns.
Northwest
West
Suburbs
Learn about the rich culture and growing opportunities shaping Chicago’s southern suburbs.
Near West—–
West Suburbs
South Suburbs
& NW Indiana
Learn about the rich culture and growing opportunities shaping Chicago’s southern suburbs.
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South Suburbs
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Northwest Indiana
Discover the Charm of Chicago’s North Suburbs
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