Chicago, Illinois

Chicagoland is the term for Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. The Chicago metropolitan area includes suburbs that are closely tied to the economy and culture of the city. While Chicago itself is home to 2.7 million inhabitants, the Chicagoland area boasts an impressive 9.7 million inhabitants. Chicagoland contains countless wonderful neighborhoods, each of which has a distinct look and feel. From the urban to the suburban, Chicagoland offers a little bit of everything.