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The village of Burr Ridge, IL, is a bustling suburb with quiet residential areas. Shortly after westward expansion, Burr Ridge, IL, earned its name for the burr oaks that still exist in the village. According to the 2000 census, the population of Burr Ridge, IL, was 10,408. Some of the nearest cities to Burr Ridge, IL, are Indian Head Park, Willowbrook, Willow Springs, and Hinsdale.

Burr Ridge is a prosperous place with a median household income of $129, 507. The per capita income of Burr Ridge is $58, 518, compared with $21,587 nationally. 95% of Burr Ridge's population has high school diplomas, and over half have bachelor's degrees. Wholesale trade, manufacturing, and professional, scientific and technical services are the major employment sectors. The administrative and health care sectors also employ considerable numbers of people. McGraw Hill has its printing facility in Burr Ridge, although J. I. Case, an agricultural research organization, is the top employer in the village. M & M/Mars is also well represented within city limits, and Standard Federal Bank has its operation center in Burr Ridge.

Many small businesses have helped spur Burr Ridge's economic development over the past decade. The business landscape of this village is constantly changing, with constant new additions in the form of residents, parks, and businesses.

Sources:

• Epodunk, Burr Ridge, IL
• City Data, Burr Ridge, Illinois
• Illinois Biz, Community Profiles: Burr Ridge
• Burr Ridge City Homepage

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