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Des Plaines at a glance
| Population | 59,408 |
|---|---|
| Median age | 42.8 |
| Median household income | $94,303 |
| Median home value | $318,200 |
| Median rent | $1,435 |
| Homeownership | 79% |
| College-educated | 38.7% |
| Average commute | 28 min |
| Work from home | 11.6% |
About Des Plaines, Illinois
Des Plaines is a city of 59,408 in Illinois with a median age of 42.8 and a median household income of $94,303. About 38.7% of residents hold a college degree. 11.6% of workers work from home, and the average commute is 28 minutes. The MailerDot Des Plaines newsletter delivers free local news, weather, events, and community stories every morning — a 5-minute read covering what's happening in Des Plaines today.
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Each edition has five sections: The Lead (the day's main local story, with context), Local Pulse (top headlines), Today's Outlook (weather with context), What's On Around Town (events, shows, and markets), and Spotlight & Story (hidden gems and local figures). It's a 5-minute read.
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What's in the Des Plaines daily digest
- The Lead — the day's main local story, with what happened and why it matters.
- Local Pulse — the top local headlines, summarized.
- Today's Outlook — the Des Plaines forecast with one practical line on what to wear or skip.
- What's On Around Town — events, markets, and shows for today, tomorrow, and the day after.
- Spotlight & Story — a short feature on a local place, business, or person.
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