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Prospect Heights, Illinois

Prospect Heights is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States, and is a suburb of Chicago.
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Population 16,058

Top Events in Prospect Heights History

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2011Government
On April 5, 2011, Nicholas "Nick" Helmer was elected Mayor of Prospect Heights with 70% of the vote.
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== Demographics == As of the 2020 census there were 16,058 people, 6,144 households, and 4,205 families residing in the city.

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Historical Timeline

2011Government
On April 5, 2011, Nicholas "Nick" Helmer was elected Mayor of Prospect Heights with 70% of the vote.
2020History
== Demographics == As of the 2020 census there were 16,058 people, 6,144 households, and 4,205 families residing in the city.

Did You Know?

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Prospect Heights is located in the state of Illinois.
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Prospect Heights has a population of 16,058 residents.
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Per the 2020 census, the population was 16,058.

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