Rolling Meadows Illinois Map

About Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Rolling Meadows is a locality in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 24,027. The population density is 1648.1 people per km². Rolling Meadows is located at 42.0842°N, 88.0131°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60008.

Rolling Meadows stretches out under a wide expanse of sky, its character defined by the gentle swell of the land. It lies 1.7 miles west of Arlington Heights, IL (from Arlington Heights, IL: bearing 260°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-east of Schaumburg. The terrain, a softly rolling prairie that gives the place its name, is now a mosaic of well-tended residential neighborhoods and open green spaces. Mature trees, planted by generations now long gone, cast dappled shadows on quiet streets, their leaves rustling with a sound that seems to whisper of seasons past. The air here, especially in the early morning, carries a clean, earthy scent, a subtle reminder of the agricultural roots that still whisper beneath the suburban veneer, and the light at dusk often paints the western horizon in hues of soft rose and fading gold, a daily benediction over the quiet streets. The history of Rolling Meadows is a narrative of transformation, from the vast prairies once traversed by Native American tribes and early settlers to the thriving community it is today. The local economy, once driven by agriculture, has diversified, with a strong presence in service industries and a growing number of businesses that contribute to the area's vitality. While no single grand landmark dominates the skyline, the presence of numerous parks and recreational areas, such as the renowned Ned Brown Preserve, speaks to a deep appreciation for the natural landscape that shaped Rolling Meadows. The community fosters a sense of neighborly connection, a pace of life that allows for both quiet reflection and active engagement, where the simple act of a shared smile on a morning walk can feel like a small, enduring tradition.

About This Rolling Meadows Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rolling Meadows, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.084194, -88.013128. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Rolling Meadows and Cook County.

Detailed location data for Rolling Meadows includes the ZIP code (60008), telephone area code (312, 773), county seat of Cook County (Chicago), and school district assignment (Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Rolling Meadows is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.