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Romeoville, Illinois

Located in Will County, Illinois, Romeoville was established in 1895. Originally Romeo — paired with Joliet.
Founded 1895 | Population 40,000 | Peak 40,000 (2024) | County Will County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Romeoville, Illinois

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1885Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Romeoville.
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1895Founded: Originally Romeo.
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2010Modern Era: Romeoville continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020Modern Growth: Romeoville continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1895 Culture
Founded
2010 Culture
Modern Era
2020 Culture
Modern Growth

Did You Know?

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Originally Romeo — paired with Joliet.
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Lewis University.
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Will County.
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Romeoville was founded in 1895.
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Romeoville has a population of approximately 40,000.
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