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The current estimated population of Alsip, Illinois is 19,233, with 48.9% male and 51.1% female. Alsip has experienced steady growth due to its location within the Chicago metropolitan area and its strong industrial base.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1835
  • County: Cook
  • Land area: 6.7 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 2,870 people per square mile
  • Area code: 708
  • Zip codes: 60803

Geography and Location

Alsip, Illinois is located in Cook County, in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago, about 20 miles from downtown. The village is known for its industrial parks and commercial development, which have contributed to its strong local economy. Alsip is situated near several major highways, including Interstate 294, making it a convenient location for commuters and businesses. The village offers a mix of residential neighborhoods, parks, and shopping centers, making it a desirable place for families and professionals who work in the Chicago area. Alsip’s proximity to the Calumet River and several forest preserves provides opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.2 years
Median household income: $47,963
Median house value: $141,200

Population by Race

Races in Alsip:

  • White Non-Hispanic (76.7%)
  • Black (10.1%)
  • Hispanic (8.8%)
  • Other race (3.2%)
  • Two or more races (2.8%)
  • Filipino (1.1%)
  • American Indian (0.6%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: Irish (24.4%), German (20.8%), Polish (17.4%), Italian (11.9%), English (3.5%), Swedish (3.2%).

Elevation: 600 feet

Land area: 6.4 square miles

Map of Alsip, IL

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alsip

  • High school or higher: 84.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 13.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.7%
  • Unemployed: 5.6%
  • Mean travel time to work: 31.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alsip village

  • Never married: 30.1%
  • Now married: 51.0%
  • Separated: 1.7%
  • Widowed: 7.6%
  • Divorced: 9.6%

8.9% Foreign born (3.4% Latin America, 3.2% Europe, 2.2% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: +1,540 (+8.5%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alsip:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alsip:

  • CHICAGO MIDWAY INTL (about 8 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Abbreviation: MDW)
  • CHICAGO O’HARE INTL (about 24 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Abbreviation: ORD)
  • GARY/CHICAGO (about 24 miles; GARY, IN; Abbreviation: GYY)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alsip:

  • TINLEY PARK HELISTOP (about 10 miles; CHICAGO/TINLEY PARK, IL; Abbreviation: TF8)
  • MERRILL C MEIGS (about 16 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Abbreviation: CGX)
  • FRANKFORT (about 16 miles; FRANKFORT, IL; Abbreviation: C18)

Amtrak stations near Alsip:

  • 9 miles: HOMEWOOD (181 1ST ST. & PARK AVE.). Services: ticket office, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, paid short-term parking, paid long-term parking, public transit connection.
  • 11 miles: SUMMIT (ARCHER & CENTER AVE.). Services: public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service, public transit connection.
  • 14 miles: LA GRANGE ROAD (LA GRANGE, 25 W. BURLINGTON AVE.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public payphones, taxi stand, public transit connection.

Colleges and Universities

College/University in Alsip:

  • SCUBA EMPORIUM (Location: 12003 S CICERO AVE; Private, for-profit; Website: WWW.SCUBAEMPORIUM.COM)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alsip:

  • SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY (about 3 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,161)
  • CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO-RICHARD J DALEY COLLEGE (about 6 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Full-time enrollment: 5,536)
  • MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 8 miles; PALOS HILLS, IL; Full-time enrollment: 7,610)
  • CHICAGO STATE UNIVERSITY (about 8 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Full-time enrollment: 4,836)
  • CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO-OLIVE-HARVEY COLLEGE (about 8 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Full-time enrollment: 4,004)
  • CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO-KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE (about 10 miles; CHICAGO, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,942)
  • SOUTH SUBURBAN COLLEGE (about 11 miles; SOUTH HOLLAND, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,599)

Public primary/middle schools in Alsip:

  • STONY CREEK ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 698; Location: 11700 S KOLIN AVE; Grades: PK – 06)
  • PRAIRIE JR HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 384; Location: 11910 S KOSTNER AVE; Grades: 07 – 08)
  • HAZELGREEN ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 309; Location: 11751 S LAWLER AVE; Grades: KG – 06)
  • LANE ELEM SCHOOL (Students: 304; Location: 4600 W 123RD ST; Grades: KG – 06)
  • GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCH (Students: 249; Location: 12545 S HOMAN AVE; Grades: KG – 05)
  • HAMLIN UPPER GRADE CENTER (Students: 226; Location: 12150 S HAMLIN AVE; Grades: 06 – 08)

Private primary/middle school in Alsip:

  • CHILDREN’S CORNER LEARNING CTR (Students: 16; Location: 11840 LA PORTE AVE; Grades: PK – KG)

Libraries

Library in Alsip:

  • ALSIP-MERRIONETTE PARK P.L.D. (Operating income: $1,122,389; Location: 11960 S. PULASKI; 121,429 books; 4,713 audio materials; 2,238 video materials; 284 serial subscriptions)

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