Winnetka, IL Homes & Neighborhood Guide

Welcome to Winnetka

Winnetka is a lakefront North Shore village known for historic architecture, beaches and one of the top-ranked high schools in the country.

Homes & Housing

Tudor, Georgian and shingle-style homes from the early 1900s, mid-century modern, and high-end new construction; lakefront and east-of-Green-Bay-Road homes command premiums.

Schools

Winnetka Public Schools District 36 for elementary/middle; New Trier High School (District 203).

Getting Around

Metra Union Pacific North (Indian Hill, Winnetka and Hubbard Woods stations), Sheridan Road along the lake and the Edens Expressway (I-94) to the west.

The SpaceMatch Take

Sellers: Winnetka buyers pay for architecture and condition — professional photography and a floor plan are non-negotiable here.

Overview for Winnetka, IL

20,156 people live in Winnetka, where the median age is 44.8 and the average individual income is $136,440. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,156

Total Population

44.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$136,440

Average individual Income

Around Winnetka, IL

There's plenty to do around Winnetka, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

32

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

35

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Johnsen's Seafoods of Winnetka, Hofherr Meat Co Depot, and Sherwins Women's Apparel.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Johnsen's Seafoods of Winnetka page on Yelp Search 805 Elm St on Google Maps	Dining	0.95 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hofherr Meat Co Depot page on Yelp Search 754 Elm St on Google Maps	Dining	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Sherwins Women's Apparel page on Yelp Search 303 Happ Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.84 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the johnnie-Oasis page on Yelp Search 318 Happ Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.93 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Stuart Brent Children's Book Club page on Yelp Search 1073 Gage St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.99 miles	8 reviews	3.4/5 stars
Visit the Marsha Casper Cook page on Yelp Search 790 Frontage Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	1.37 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Be40Strong page on Yelp Search 465 Central Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.89 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Mily Camp page on Yelp	Active	0.91 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Strength Club & Super Slow page on Yelp Search 1013 Tower Ct on Google Maps	Active	0.98 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Tyler’s Personal Training page on Yelp Search 193 Northfield Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Middlefork Tennis Club page on Yelp Search 700 N Happ Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.41 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Maria's Hair Obsession page on Yelp Search 1670 Willow Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.7 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio 2000 page on Yelp Search 1670 Willow Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.7 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Bangs Hair Design page on Yelp Search 1670 Willow Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.7 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the TC Aesthetic Spa page on Yelp Search 328 W Frontage Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.8 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the PryorHealth - Chicago North Shore page on Yelp Search 330 W Frontage Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.81 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Marlene's Nail Emporium page on Yelp Search 566 Chestnut St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.91 miles	2 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the North Field Nails page on Yelp Search 300 Happ Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.92 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Ewa's Skin Care page on Yelp Search 813 Chestnut Ct on Google Maps	Beauty	0.96 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Christine David Salon Merle Christine page on Yelp Search 570 W Frontage Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.08 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Northfield Plaza Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 570 W Frontage Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.08 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Winnetka, IL

Population Households Employment

Winnetka has 7,215 households, with an average household size of 2.79. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Winnetka do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,156 people call Winnetka home. The population density is 2,407 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,156

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.8 years

Median Age

50 / 50%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

7,215

Total Households

2.79

Average Household Size

$136,440

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Winnetka, IL

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Winnetka. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

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