Romeoville
cityRomeoville, Illinois, is a village located 26 miles southwest of Chicago in Will County. The village, positioned on the Gateway Wetlands directly west of the Des Plaines River, had a population of approximately 41,177 in 2024. Once a small river port, Romeoville experienced significant growth in the 1990s and 2000s and is known for its community-oriented environment. Romeoville's economy is diverse, with key industries including manufacturing, transportation, warehousing, and healthcare. The village has attracted over 600 businesses and has been recognized for its economic development initiatives. Major employers contribute to the local job market, and the village benefits from its strategic location near major transportation routes. Romeoville's history is tied to the Illinois & Michigan Canal and the area's limestone quarries, earning it the nickname "Stone City". The village is also home to Lewis University, adding to its cultural and educational landscape. With over 30 parks and recreational facilities, Romeoville offers residents numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and community engagement.
Romeoville, Illinois
- Classification
- Village
- FIPS Code
- 17-65442
- Country
- United States
- County
- Will County
- Region
- Chicagoland Area
- Elevation
- 630 ft
- Total Area
- 20.16 sq mi
- Land Area
- 19.13 sq mi
- Water Area
- 1.03 sq mi
- Latitude
- 41.6475
- Longitude
- -88.0895
- Climate
- Temperate climate with four distinct seasons, warm summers and cold, snowy winters
- Notable Features
- Des Plaines River · Gateway Wetlands · Isle a La Cache
- Neighboring Areas
- Bolingbrook · Plainfield · Crystal Lawns · Crest Hill · Lockport · Lemont
- Population (2020)
- 39,863
- Est. Population (2026)
- 41,361
- Median Age
- 35.5
- Median Income
- $106,325
- Poverty Rate
- 5.53%
- Family Households
- 75.3%
- Owner-Occupied
- 82.3%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial composition of Romeoville includes approximately 42.7% White, 12.5% Black or African American, 12.1% Other (Hispanic), 11.2% Two Races Including Other (Hispanic), and 8.85% White (Hispanic).
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- Village Board
- School District
- Valley View School District 365U, Plainfield Community Consolidated School District 202, Lockport Township High School District 205
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire · Public Works · Parks & Recreation · Building · Planning · Utilities
- Economic Profile
- Residential/suburban · Commercial · Industrial
- Employment Sectors
- Manufacturing · Transportation and Warehousing · Retail Trade · Health Care & Social Assistance
- Schools
- 8
- Graduation Rate
- 89.0% (Romeoville High School)
- School Districts
- Valley View School District 365U · Plainfield School District 202
- Colleges & Universities
- Lewis University · Joliet Junior College · Rasmussen University
- Transportation
- Interstate 55 · Illinois Route 53 · Weber Road · Metra Rail Service · Multi-use paths
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Sewer system
- Major Facilities
- Romeoville Recreation Center · Romeoville Aquatic Center · Romeoville Athletic & Event Center
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Village Parks · Prairie Bluff Preserve · Isle a la Cache Museum
- Parks & Trails
- Over 30 parks throughout the village · 40 miles of existing paths
- Founded
- 1835
- Incorporated
- 1895
- Named After
- Likely named after Shakespeare's character Romeo, as a counterpart to nearby Joliet, originally named Juliet
- Historical Significance
- Originally a small settlement tied to the I&M Canal and limestone quarries, Romeoville transformed into a suburban community with significant growth in the late 20th century
- Key Events
- First settled on Isle a La Cache in 1835 · Incorporated as Romeoville in 1895 · Rapid population growth in the late 1950s with the development of Hampton Park · Weber Road interchange on I-55 built in 1990, connecting the village to Chicagoland