Melrose Park

Culturally rich and family-oriented, this Chicagoland suburb is a delightful place to call home.

Overview for Melrose Park, IL

25,417 people live in Melrose Park, where the median age is 33.9 and the average individual income is $24,483. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,417

Total Population

33.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$24,483

Average individual Income

About Melrose Park, IL Real Estate

One of several tight-knit village communities that make up Proviso Township in Illinois, just outside Chicago, Melrose Park is a sought-after neighborhood in which to raise a family or retire. Whether hanging out with family and friends at the movie theater or a park, a locally owned restaurant, or at community events like the Taste of Melrose Park, it’s easy to feel the sense of civic pride and kindred connection between residents.

What to Love

A family-friendly community with a welcoming atmosphere
Walkable streets make it easy to reach what you need
Celebrating the community with town events

Local Lifestyle

Like the other Proviso Township villages, Melrose Park attracts families, young professionals, and retirees who are seeking the convenience of city living, but the serenity of the suburbs. This is the pleasant type of community where backyard BBQs liven up summer nights, kids giggle as they race under sprinklers, and everyone comes out for the first snow of the season. Family and friends gather at the movie theater, parks, village center, restaurants, arcades, and ice-cream shops, enjoying the kinship of the neighborhood.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Chicago loves its steakhouses, but Melrose Park residents needn’t even leave town to savor the specialties of Tom’s Steak House. Tuck into USDA prime-aged steaks, lamb chops, pork chops, fresh fish and seafood, oysters Rockefeller, and scrumptious desserts. If you’re feeling like Italian food, grab a table at Abruzzo’s, a family-owned and -operated spot serving pasta, pizzas, soups, salads, cocktails, and more in a cozy setting with attentive service. Grab your neighbors and watch the big game at Division Street Tap, a beloved local watering hole with great apps and elevated bar food. Check out their patio in warmer months.

Get all your shopping done at Winston Plaza, where you’ll find recognizable national brands from Best Buy to Marshalls, as well as a collection of casual, family-friendly eateries.

Things to Do

With Oak Park Country Club and Thatcher Woods to the east, Melrose Park has its fair share of green space. Members of the private Oak Park club are treated to an 18-hole golf course, recently renovated swimming pool, tennis complex, and skeet and trap facility in the fall and winter months. Members come to relax, golf, socialize with family and friends.

To the south of the country club, Thatcher Woods is a 245-acre preserve with a diverse range of bird and plant life along the Des Plaines River. Amidst the floodplain forest, savanna, and prairie, it’s common to spot wildlife and a plethora of bird species. Walk the primitive trails that connect the preserve to the Trailside Museum of Natural History. Learn more about the natural and cultural history of the area and visit the nature center, open year-round.

Melrose Park residents love to gather, and the Taste of Melrose Park is no exception. Join friends and neighbors as you sample the delicacies of local restaurateurs. Or, get to know fellow residents in a class, senior program, or youth activity through the Veterans Park District.

In the summer, join the kids at Gouin Pool, beloved for its super fun waterslides, or cool off in the air-conditioned comfort of the Cinemark at Melrose Park, showing first-run films on multiple screens.

Schools

Jane Addams Elementary School, K-5, well-rated public elementary school
Melrose Park Elementary School, K-5, well-rated public elementary school
Triton College

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Demographics and Employment Data for Melrose Park, IL

Population Households Employment

Melrose Park has 7,949 households, with an average household size of 3.18. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Melrose Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,417 people call Melrose Park home. The population density is 5,838.62 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,417

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

33.9

Median Age

52.17 / 47.83%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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7,949

Total Households

3.18

Average Household Size

$24,483

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Melrose Park, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Melrose Park. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Melrose Park, IL

There's plenty to do around Melrose Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

74

Very Walkable

Walking Score

51

Bikeable

Bike Score

38

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Valenzano Baking Co, Tee Tee's Sweets, and FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Valenzano Baking Co page on Yelp Search 3849 Carnation St on Google Maps	Dining · $	3.5 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tee Tee's Sweets page on Yelp	Dining	4.7 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the FIT4MOM Oak Park River Forest page on Yelp	Active	2.33 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the WhirlWin Kenpo Karate page on Yelp Search 22 E North Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.99 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Dancing Spirit Healing page on Yelp	Active	4.82 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sharks Swim Club page on Yelp Search 545 John St on Google Maps	Active	4.2 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Estillos Barber Studio page on Yelp Search 60 Madison St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.7 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the RL Barber Lounge page on Yelp Search 7711 Westwood Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.81 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the House of Melanin page on Yelp Search 262 Chicago Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.19 miles	13 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair By Shannon Sandlin page on Yelp Search 7761 Lake St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.55 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lia Rivette Makeup And Hair Artist page on Yelp	Beauty	3.85 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars