Winnetka

Welcome to Winnetka

Overview

Winnetka is a North Shore village known for its distinct neighborhood districts, natural surroundings, and established community character. With a thoughtful balance of residential areas, village centers, and open space, Winnetka offers a quieter pace while remaining well connected to the city and surrounding suburbs.

The village is home to multiple beaches, parks, and nature preserves that play an important role in daily life. Its three primary districts, Downtown Winnetka, Hubbard Woods, and Indian Hill, each offer their own amenities and sense of place, contributing to the town’s overall livability.

Winnetka is recognized for its strong schools, community involvement, and long-standing traditions. It appeals to those seeking a grounded, neighborhood-oriented lifestyle with access to both nature and culture.

A Closer Look at Winnetka

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This highlight reel offers a visual introduction to Winnetka’s established, neighborhood-focused character. From its village districts and residential streets to parks, beaches, and natural spaces, it captures moments that reflect daily life here. While it highlights only a portion of the community, it conveys the quieter pace, continuity, and sense of place that define living in Winnetka.

Key Places & Local Highlights

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Winnetka is made up of several well-defined districts, each with its own feel and amenities. This map highlights many of the places residents rely on and enjoy, including dining, shopping, beaches, parks, cultural landmarks, and Metra access. From Downtown Winnetka to Hubbard Woods and Indian Hill, the map helps illustrate how the village is organized and how its neighborhoods connect.

Use this map to get oriented and to better understand how Winnetka supports both daily routines and long-term living.

Local Favorites

Favorite Restaurants:

501 Local - it is a go-to place to meet friends for dinner. It’s a casual atmosphere that is lively. The food is consistent and cocktails are great!
Hometown Coffee – it is another lively venue great for meeting a friend for coffee or lunch.

Shopping:

The Book Stall - it is an old-school brick-and-mortar book store you can’t miss.

Overview for Winnetka, IL

12,508 people live in Winnetka, where the median age is 42.4 and the average individual income is $155,362. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,508

Total Population

42.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$155,362

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.

72

Very Walkable

Walking Score

58

Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Full Bloomed Lotus, Fonseca Martial Arts - Glenview, and The Yoga Post.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Full Bloomed Lotus page on Yelp	Active	2.15 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fonseca Martial Arts - Glenview page on Yelp Search 1976 Tower Dr on Google Maps	Active	4.42 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Yoga Post page on Yelp Search 1937 Central St on Google Maps	Active	3.59 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Agbon Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 1417 Lake Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.46 miles	23 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Equilibrium Chicago Personal Training Services page on Yelp Search 3942 Church St on Google Maps	Active	4.11 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nusheen Skin+Care page on Yelp Search 950 Green Bay Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.77 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Winnetka, IL

Population Households Employment

Winnetka has 4,268 households, with an average household size of 2.93. 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. 12,508 people call Winnetka home. The population density is 3,281.65 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,508

Total Population

High

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

42.4

Median Age

50.83 / 49.17%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

18-24:

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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

4,268

Total Households

2.93

Average Household Size

$155,362

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Single

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Winnetka, IL

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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.

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