Grant Park, IL

Illinois · Kankakee County · Kankakee Metro

Grant Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,547. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,547 Population 452/sq mi density

$72,500 Median Income $26,046 per capita

$205,500 Home Value $283,650 Zillow

$1,149 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

81 Violent Crime/100K 324 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$72,500 median income, 4.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$205,500 home value, $1,149/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

81 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)

Education

2.0 / 5.0

12.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $72,500

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $205,500

27% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 81/100K

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.6%

63% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,149

1% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.3%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.6%

28% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.4%

24% lower than US avg

How Grant Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,547

Median Age33.5 yrs

Density452/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$72,500

Per Capita$26,046

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty9.4%

County GDP$8,529M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$205,500

Rent$1,149

Ownership67.4%

Zillow$283,650

Housing Units497

Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

Violent81/100K

Property324/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking15.3%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain41.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation697 ft (212 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.6%

High School+93.9%

Graduate+3.4%

School Score5.01

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute31 min

Broadband87.7%

EV Stations2

Libraries8

Is Grant Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grant Park receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Grant Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grant Park is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grant Park is $205,500, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Grant Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 324 per 100,000, 83% below the national average.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Grant Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grant Park has a population of 1,547 with a density of 452 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 3.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,547

Total Population

452

People / sq mi

33.5yrs

Median Age

14% below US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Grant Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.8%

79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grant Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grant Park is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,046 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,075, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,200 business establishments, including 248 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 5.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grant Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,500
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,046
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,075
IRS Avg AGI	$67,985
Gini Index	0.437 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.6%
	28% above US avg
Poverty Rate	9.4%
	24% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,200
County GDP	$8,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants	248
Healthcare	312
Retail	343
Manufacturing	104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,321
	81% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.3 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Grant Park is $205,500, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,650, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 79.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,149 (1% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 497 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $6,321 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$205,500
	27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$283,650
Median List Price	$246,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$246,500
$/Sq Ft	$127
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	79.1%
Price Drops	40.0%
Inventory	5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,149
	1% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.4%
Owner-Occupied	67.4%
Renter-Occupied	32.6%
Housing Units	497
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,321
	81% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.08%

In Grant Park, 38.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.2% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 20.5% report binge drinking. 22.1% are physically inactive. 23.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,881. The dentist ratio is 1:2,080. 83.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Grant Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.3%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.2%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.5%
Physical Inactivity	22.1%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.2%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,881
Dentists	1:2,080
Mental Health	1:469
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	61.0%
Premature Death	10,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	83.5%
Healthcare Facilities	312

Grant Park has a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 81.1, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 324 per 100,000, 83% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 324, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Grant Park receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Grant Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	81.1/100K
	79% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	81.1/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	324.4/100K
	83% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	324.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	8
Avg Accident Severity	1.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Grant Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. The area receives 20.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 697 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	697 ft (212 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density	452/sq mi
Coordinates	41.2427°N, 87.6358°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Kankakee County County
Nearest Airport	Gary/Chicago International (GYY) 28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.7"

10% above US avg

Snowfall 20.7"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	88.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	50.0 / 100
Community Resilience	83.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	108 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	108 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	64 km
Dec 17, 1990	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.2	140 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	100 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	121 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	110 km
Mar 15, 2025	6 km W of Dwight, Illinois	M2.6	75 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

623 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 107 fatalities, 1,900 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990	EF5	77 km	29
Jun 29, 1979	EF4	58 km	0
Jun 13, 1976	EF4	56 km	2
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	93 km	18
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	50 km	33
Apr 17, 1963	EF4	39 km	1
Jun 20, 2021	EF3	73 km	0
Jun 22, 2015	EF3	63 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	22 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	93 km	0
Mar 27, 1991	EF3	54 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF3	67 km	1
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	36 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	83 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	74 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	75 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	28 km	1
Jun 20, 1974	EF3	19 km	0
May 15, 1968	EF3	70 km	0
Oct 24, 1967	EF3	49 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1954	MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN)	Avalanche	3.0 m	7	81 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

12 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 ac, 2019).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2019	UNNAMED	1,741	47 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,664	42 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,602	29 km
2021	NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3	978	36 km
2024	NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX	938	37 km
1986	OGDEN DUNS	863	54 km
2021	UNNAMED	738	38 km
2021	MIDDLE GRANT CREEK	700	45 km
2019	UNNAMED	698	37 km
2021	21-INDU TOLLESTON DUNES EAST	594	54 km
2017	UNNAMED	549	46 km
2017	17 INDU COWLES DUNES	522	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	24°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Coldest
February	26°F (-3°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.9 in
April	49°F (9°C)	4.1 in
May	60°F (16°C)	4.1 in
June	70°F (21°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.7 in
October	53°F (11°C)	3.0 in
November	40°F (4°C)	3.3 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.7 in

Grant Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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Grant Park is located in Kankakee County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 12.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 63% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.5% of the vote, a 20.8-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 312 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%

D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14
Traffic Accidents	8
Avg Accident Severity	1.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.6%
	63% below US avg
High School+	93.9%
Graduate Degree+	3.4%
School Test Score	5.01

C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	452/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Kankakee County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.7%
Avg Download Speed	95.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	312
Restaurants	248
Retail Stores	343

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.3 min
Drive Alone	88.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Average costs for common services in Grant Park. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit	$350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit	$200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning	$130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling	$250 ($150–$400)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement	$300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement	$200 ($100–$350)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair	$400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install	$7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair	$1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement	$9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense	$5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation	$500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation	$2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut	$55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$150 ($75–$250)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour)	$80 ($50–$130)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread	$3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb)	$1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly)	$70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$85 ($50–$150)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$75)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming	$60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$200 ($100–$400)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$873
Toddler	$862
Preschool	$575
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$638
Toddler	$636
Preschool	$628

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kankakee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	7,757	235	$57,251	1.28
Manufacturing	6,674	126	$88,514	1.92
Retail Trade	5,015	314	$34,399	1.19
Accommodation & Food Services	3,642	223	$20,924	0.95
Administrative & Waste Services	2,064	124	$38,132	0.83
Wholesale Trade	1,916	100	$71,676	1.15
Construction	1,611	214	$75,476	0.73
Transportation & Warehousing	1,309	122	$61,884	0.73
Other Services	1,141	187	$43,076	0.90
Educational Services	842	14	$36,832	0.96
Finance & Insurance	791	97	$68,796	0.46
Agriculture & Forestry	401	48	$46,918	1.17
Real Estate	382	90	$53,760	0.58
Arts & Entertainment	340	34	$21,956	0.48
Information & Technology	223	27	$47,860	0.28
Utilities	149	3	$81,256	0.93
Mining & Oil/Gas	35	4	$93,549	0.22
Unclassified	2	2	$46,181	0.03

Schools in Grant Park

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Grant Park Elem School	Elementary	304	25	12.2:1
Grant Park High School	High	150	11	13.6:1

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Radio Stations near Grant Park

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WCPT 820 Heartland Signal Progresive Talk, Willow Springs IL	chicago, illinois	MP3 64 kbps
WPGU	alternative, college	AAC+ 32 kbps
Cosy 103.7	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
WCCQ 98.3 FM - Crest Hill, IL	country	MP3 64 kbps
WSRB 106.3 FM Chicago's R&B - Lansing, IL	rap hiphop rnb, soul	AAC 64 kbps
WJOB 1230 AM - 104.7 FM Hammond, IN	local talk, sports talk	MP3 128 kbps
WJVX/Oak Lawn-Chicago,IL	"the new sound for old memories"r'n'b hits	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Grant Park

1 campgrounds found near Grant Park.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
West Beach Picnic Shelters	2.0/5	8	$25

National Parks Near Grant Park

11 national parks and monuments found near Grant Park.

Park	Type	Fee
Calumet Park	State Park	Free
Channahon State Park	State Park	Free
Gebhard Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Indiana Dunes National Park	National Park	$20
Indiana Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Park Expansion	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Prophetstown State Park	State Park	Free
Pullman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Silver Springs	State Park	Free
William G. Stratton State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Grant Park

8 trails found near Grant Park.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
TWIN OAKS TRAIL	5.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GROUP 63 TRAIL	3.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ROUTE 53 TRAIL	2.7	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAILEY BRIDGE TRAIL	2.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HEDGEAPPLE TRAIL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROUP 63 TRAIL SPUR	1.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TURTLE POND TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HENSLOW TRAIL	0.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Grant Park

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,318	$54,145
2015	1,291	$60,536
2017	1,268	$60,789
2019	1,246	$60,000
2021	1,262	$77,000
2023	1,278	$72,500

Museums in Grant Park

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
STRICKLER PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		8159395395	$115,724,077
SCHAAF TRUCK AND TRACTOR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8154647395	$390,009
KANKAKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8159325279	$279,020
MANTENO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8154683480	$13,873
CEDAR LAKE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7408 CONSTITUTION AVENUE	2193746157	$7,297
BOURBONNAIS GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8159336452
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF CEDAR LAKE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		2193746157
EXPLORATION STATION	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	459 NORTH KENNEDY DRIVE	8159339905
FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT OF WILL COUNTY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	27064 S DUTTON ROAD	8157278700
GRANT PARK AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	119 S MAIN	8007474837
HONORABLE ELIJAH MUHAMMAD COMMERATIVE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	233 BRENNER COURT	3126351020
KANKAKEE MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	HISTORY MUSEUM		8159299320
NATHAN MANILOW SCULPTURE PARK	GENERAL MUSEUM		7085345000
PARK FOREST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7087487672
PEOTONE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	427 W CORNING AVE	7083284072
THREE-CREEKS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Grant Park

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KANKAKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	201 EAST MERCHANT STREET	198,719
PARK FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD	122,683
RICHTON PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	4045 SAUK TRAIL	98,530
BOURBONNAIS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	250 WEST JOHN CASEY ROAD	91,996
BRADLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	296 NORTH FULTON AVENUE	87,400
LOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY	1505 EAST COMMERCIAL AVENUE	83,753
CRETE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	1177 NORTH MAIN STREET	81,528
NEWTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	9444 NORTH 315 WEST	53,820
STEGER-SOUTH CHICAGO HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	54 EAST 31ST STREET	50,506
BEECHER COMMUNITY LIBRARY	660 PENFIELD STREET	40,000
PEOTONE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	515 NORTH FIRST STREET	36,503
MANTENO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	10 SOUTH WALNUT STREET	35,048
UNIVERSITY PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	1100 BLACKHAWK DRIVE	25,000
EDWARD CHIPMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 NORTH LOCUST STREET	14,560
PEMBROKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	13795 EAST CENTRAL STREET	3,874
GRANT PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY	107 WEST TAYLOR STREET	2,003

Farmers Markets in Grant Park

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
CIty of Momence	123 W. River St.	07/16/2014 to 10/15/2014	Wed: 3:30 PM-;		Visit
Crete European Market	1321 Main St.
Kankakee County Farmers Market II	805 N. Kennedy Dr.
Kankakee Farmers' Market	200 S Schuyler Ave	04/26/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Kankakee Farmers' Market - Spring Market	200 E. Merchant St.	04/26/2014 to 05/17/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lowell Farmers Market	8402 W 159th Ave		Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Manteno Chamber of Commerce Farmers' Market	50 S. Main Street	06/05/2014 to 09/01/2014	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Momence Farmer's Market	123 W. River St.	06/15/2016 to 08/17/2016	Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;		Visit
Village of Park Forest Farmers' Market	271 Lakewood Blvd	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Restaurants in Grant Park

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bennet Curtis House

Golf Courses in Grant Park

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Minne Monesse Golf Club

Breweries in Grant Park

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Brickstone Brewery	Barbar, Brewerybrewery, Restaurantrestaurant, Bar, Brewery	557 William R Latham Senior Dr		Visit
The Huddle Sports Bar	Breweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink	1887 Armour Rd	8153487677

Cell Towers in Grant Park

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
6201 E 2250 South Road	TOWER	85
2754 West 800 North (46483)	LTOWER	79
2754 West 800 North (46483)	LTOWER	79
422 NORTH GOVERNORS HIGHWAY (437)	LTOWER	77
422 NORTH GOVERNORS HIGHWAY (437)	LTOWER	77
950 West Goodenow (135637)	LTOWER	76
950 West Goodenow (135637)	LTOWER	76
402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655)	MTOWER	58
402 OAKLEY AVENUE (24655)	MTOWER	58
10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653)	LTOWER	49
10501 WEST 133RD AVENUE (24653)	LTOWER	49
9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468)	MTOWER	48
9720 INDUSTRIAL DRV (61468)	MTOWER	48
29824 SOUTH STONEY ISLAND (17207)	LTOWER	46
29824 SOUTH STONEY ISLAND (17207)	LTOWER	46
711 TORRENCE AVENUE	TOWER	45
3000 East Road	GTOWER	34

Fire Stations in Grant Park

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Grant Park Fire Protection District	12624 E Route 1 & 17	Mostly volunteer			815-465-6123

Power Plants Near Grant Park

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
AES GRIGGS SOLAR, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-87.7	OP

Bridges in Grant Park

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	94	4,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2002	87	4,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1954	96	2,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2004	91	2,650	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	100	2,400	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	81	775	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	77	475	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	55	425	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1970	51	350	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2016	32	325	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	69	300	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1978	53	275	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1979	26	250	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1982	48	250	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	55	200	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1973	34	200	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	79	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	55	100	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1976	32	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	77	75	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1989	34	75	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1986	34	25	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	163	25	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1980	36	25	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2015	155	25	G

Amtrak Stations in Grant Park

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Kankakee, IL	199 South East Avenue	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Grant Park

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
OASIS INDUSTRIES INC	800 CENTRAL AVENUE	WILL

Airports Near Grant Park

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago Midway International Airport	MDW	Large Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport	ORD	Large Airport
Dupage Airport	DPA	Medium Airport
Gary/Chicago International Airport	GYY	Medium Airport
Greater Kankakee Airport	IKK	Medium Airport
Porter County Municipal Airport	VPZ	Medium Airport
Aero Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Alley Oop Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashby Airport	—	Small Airport
Benoit Airport	—	Small Airport
Berns Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airport	—	Small Airport
Bodin Airport	—	Small Airport
Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport	—	Small Airport
Braden Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Brookeridge Air Park	—	Small Airport
Bult Field	—	Small Airport
Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Clarence C Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Classic Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Colman Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Field	—	Small Airport
Crown Point Airfield	—	Small Airport
Culp Airport	—	Small Airport
Culp Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dahnke Airport	—	Small Airport
Dietchweiler Airport	—	Small Airport
Durflinger Airport	—	Small Airport
Enjoy Field	—	Small Airport
Flying M Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilmore Airport	—	Small Airport
Griffith-Merrillville Airport	—	Small Airport
Gutwein Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallmark Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawker Airport	—	Small Airport
Hendrix Airport	—	Small Airport
Hobart Sky Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hope Field	—	Small Airport
Hugh Van Voorst Airport	—	Small Airport
Jasper County Airport	RNZ	Small Airport
Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Joliet Regional Airport	JOT	Small Airport
Jurassic Landings Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Kankakee Airport	—	Small Airport
Kentland Municipal Airport	KKT	Small Airport
Lake Village Airport	—	Small Airport
Lansing Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis University Airport	LOT	Small Airport
Lou Abbett Farms Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Grant Park

19 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Beecher Police Department	724 Penfield Street
Bradley Police Department	West Broadway Street
Crete Police Department	1370 Benton Street
Dyer Police Department	2150 Hart Street
Grant Park Police Department	100 East Taylor Street
Kankakee County Sheriff	3000 South Justice Way
Kankakee Police Department	304 East Oak Street
Lowell Police Department	1333 East Commercial Avenue
Manteno Police Department	North Main Street
Momence Police Department	123 West River Street
Monee Police Department	5357 West Main Street
Park Forest Police Department	200 Lakewood Boulevard
Peotone Police Department
Richton Park Police Department
Schererville Police Department	25 East Joliet Street
South Chicago Heights Police Department	185 West Sauk Trail
St Anne Police Depaertment	South Chicago Avenue
Steger Police Department	35 West 34th Street
University Park Police Department	698 Burnham Drive

Grocery Stores in Grant Park

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CASEY'S 2231	Convenience Store	12545 E State Route 1 17
Dollar General 17500	Other	12459 E Route 17
Love's Travel Stop 834	Convenience Store	8316 Route 1

Treatment Centers in Grant Park

8 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Aries Consultant Services Inc	Substance Abuse	815-386-1308
Ascension - Behavioral Health Unit	Mental Health	815-937-2490
Duane Dean Behavioral Health Center	Substance Abuse	815-939-0125
Franciscan Alliance Inc - Franciscan Health Dyer	Both	800-783-7663
Grand Prairie Services - Emergency Behav Healthcare Ctr	Mental Health	708-331-0500
Heartland Recovery Center	Both	219-690-7025
Heartland Wellness Center	Substance Abuse	219-690-7025
Iroquois Mental Health Center	Substance Abuse	815-468-3241

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grant Park

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
OUR REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH	150 N STANLEY ST
SHERBURNVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 276
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 143
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	11456 N 11000E RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grant Park

What is the population of Grant Park?

Grant Park has a population of 1,547 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 452 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Grant Park expensive to live in?

Grant Park has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $72,500, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,500 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Grant Park safe?

Grant Park is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 81 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 324 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Grant Park receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Grant Park?

Grant Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches, with 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Grant Park?

Grant Park has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,075. There are 2,200 business establishments in the area, including 248 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 5.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Grant Park?

The median home value in Grant Park is $205,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,650. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,149. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,321.

How are the schools in Grant Park?

Schools in Grant Park score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.6% of adults in Grant Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Grant Park?

The obesity rate in Grant Park is 38.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.3% of adults are smokers. 22.1% are physically inactive. 23.6% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 83.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,881.

What is transportation like in Grant Park?

The average commute in Grant Park is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 88% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Grant Park?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grant Park is 93.7% White, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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