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Franklin Park, Illinois, in Cook county, is 5 miles NW of Oak Park, Illinois (center to center) and 12 miles NW of Chicago, Illinois. The village is conveniently located inside the Chicago metropolitan area. There are an estimated 19,434 people in Franklin Park.
In Franklin Park, about 51% of adults are married. Families have pride of place in Franklin Park, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.
Approximately 21% of Franklin Park is non-white. In Illinois, Franklin Park is known for its racial diversity.
Males represent a higher percentage of the population in the village than in most places.
In 2000, Franklin Park had a median family income of $54,433.
In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($500) in Franklin Park. Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.
Approximately 73% of housing in Franklin Park is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the village than you'll find in other villages.
In Franklin Park, 91% of commuters drive to work. One way to meet people in Franklin Park is to try the public transportation system.
Comparing Franklin Park to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
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