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Bellwood, Illinois, in Cook county, is 5 miles W of Oak Park, Illinois (center to center) and 12 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. Part of the surrounding Chicago metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Bellwood is home to some 20,535 residents.
In Bellwood, about 42% of adults are married. At the risk of over-generalizing, you could say that Bellwood tends toward large families and full houses.
Approximately 88% of Bellwood is non-white. If America is a melting pot of different peoples, then the village is very American.
In 2000, Bellwood had a median family income of $57,037.
John Kerry was the top money-getter ($200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Bellwood. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.
According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Bellwood was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the village as the average housing age is high.
In Bellwood, 87% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at Bellwood.
Comparing Bellwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
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