Dakota
Dakota’s rural landscape and authentic midwestern atmosphere will make you feel right at home in this country setting. In 2017, Dakota’s school district earned a spot on the “Top 100 School Districts in Illinois” List.
Population: 506 (2010 Census)
President: Jason Knox, 815-449-2218
School: Dakota Community Unit School District #201
View: ESRI Summary Report
UTILITIES
Water: Village of Dakota
Sewer: Village of Dakota
Electric: ComEd
Gas: Nicor
Telecommunications: Mediacom, Frontier, T6, AT&T, MCI, Sprint
COMMUNITY DETAILS
As of the census of 2010, there were 551 people, 197 households, and 141 families residing in the village.
The population density is comprised of 1,732 per square mile with 203 housing units at an average density of 704.6 square miles.
PARKS AND RECREATION
- Dakota Park & Playground with nature trail
BUSINESSES AND INDUSTRIES
Key Industries
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Playing Games July 17, 2024 It is summer. There is no question about it. We have the heat, festivals, golf outings, and summer storms to prove it. It is easy this time of year to go from meeting to event, seemingly ad infinitum. Our focus in the summer can become very short term: How do I get into air conditioning the fastest? How can I […]
Happy July 4th July 2, 2024 As we approach the 4th of July, I want to take a moment to wish each of you a very happy and safe Independence Day. This holiday is a time to celebrate the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy, and it’s also a perfect occasion to spend quality time with family and friends. At the Greater Freeport Partnership, we understand the […]
Know Your Audience June 19, 2024 Freeport, greater freeport partnership, Stephenson County Other Partnership staff members and I often get asked to speak to local service organizations about what’s going on in Freeport and Stephenson County. We love these occasions to get out in the community, hear from great people, talk about positive progress, and learn from other perspectives. Before one such opportunity last week, I was able to join the group […]