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Introduction to Roselle, Illinois
Roselle, Illinois, in Du Page county, is 4 miles S of Schaumburg, Illinois and 23 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village is part of the Chicago metropolitan statistical area. About 23,115 people live in Roselle.
Roselle History
This area was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi Indians. During the 1830s that the first European settlers began arriving in this area. Among the earliest modern settlers were Silas L. Meacham and his brothers Lyman and Harvey. The place where they settled is now known as Bloomingdale Township. Rosell Hough, who was a businessman from Chicago, settled in this area in 1868. Due to his efforts, a railroad was laid through Roselle.
Roselle and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Roselle
Roselle is only minutes away from excellent shopping, arts, and sports facilities. There are several parks and playgrounds for the people to relax or participate in physical activities. A few popular golf courses are also in the area. The village also has a swimming pool.
Roselle Transportation
The Chicago O’Hare International Airport is a short drive away.
Roselle Higher Education
One can pursue higher education at the Devry Institute of Technology, College of Dupage, William Rainey Harper College and Wheaton College.
Roselle strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):
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| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. Peers) | Top 16% | |
Comparing Roselle to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
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