Chicago is a city located in Cook County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 227.1 square miles (588.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 596 ft. With a population of approximately 2,896,016 residents, Chicago offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.52% males and 51.48% females, and it has a population density of N/A (N/A). Chicago lies at a latitude of 41.84 and a longitude of -87.68, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (1.3%), followed by English (2%), German (6.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 60601.