Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn is a municipality in Cook County, Illinois, located about 13 miles (21 kilometers) southwest of downtown Chicago. The community extends between Cicero Avenue and Central Avenue and contains residential areas, shopping districts, and over twenty public parks with recreation facilities.

The area grew from a settlement route called Black Oak Grove Road, which was established in 1859. In 1909, the community incorporated as a village and gained public services such as electricity and water infrastructure.

The local population of 58,362 residents represents a mix of White, African American, Asian, and Hispanic communities who participate in township activities.

The municipality is easy to reach by car along main routes that connect Chicago with its southwestern suburbs. Public facilities such as libraries, swimming pools, and sports fields are spread throughout the area and generally accessible.

On April 21, 1967, a powerful tornado swept through the community and damaged around 900 buildings. The rebuilding effort after this event shaped many neighborhoods and led to new construction standards in the region.

Location: Cook County

Inception: 1909

Website: http://oaklawn-il.gov

GPS coordinates: 41.71500,-87.75330

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:37