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Introduction to Itasca, Illinois
Itasca, Illinois, in Du Page county, is 6 miles SE of Schaumburg, Illinois and 20 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village has a population of 8,302.
Itasca History
This area was first settled in permanently by Dr. Elijah Smith in 1841. Smith arrived from New York to continue his medical practice and begin farming. The first post office was first established in 1846. Itasca was incorporated in 1890.
Itasca and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Itasca
Local museums include the Guenther Gallery, the Itasca Historical Depot and the Highland Park Historical Society Museum. The Pirate’s Cove Children’s Theme Park and the Rainbow Falls Water Park, are popular recreational spots for local children. The Cosley Zoo is nearby as well.
Itasca Transportation
Chicago O’ Hare International is the nearest major airport.
Itasca Higher Education
The Devry Institute of Technology, the College Of Dupage, Elmhurst College and the William Rainey Harper College are all accessible from Itasca.
Itasca strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):
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| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 7% |  |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
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Detailed pages on related topics: Itasca colleges • Itasca travel • Itasca mortgage and property.
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