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Evanston

Evanston offers the perfect blend of city convenience and suburban charm, making it one of the most desirable communities on Chicago's North Shore.

Welcome to Evanston

Evanston offers the perfect blend of city convenience and suburban charm, making it one of the most desirable communities on Chicago's North Shore. Home to approximately 75,000 residents, Evanston is located just 12 miles north of downtown Chicago, providing an easy commute via the CTA Purple Line, Metra, and Lake Shore Drive. The city features beautiful tree-lined neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown, and more than five miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Home to Northwestern University, Evanston has a thriving arts and cultural scene, award-winning restaurants, locally owned shops, year-round festivals, and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy nine public swimming beaches, more than 70 parks and green spaces, extensive bike and walking trails, and recreational opportunities for all ages.

 

Families are drawn to Evanston's diverse neighborhoods, highly regarded public and private schools, and abundance of youth sports and enrichment programs. Whether you're looking for a historic Victorian home, a classic brick bungalow, a modern lakefront condo, or new construction, Evanston offers a wide variety of housing options to fit different lifestyles. With its welcoming community, walkable neighborhoods, and unique combination of urban amenities and natural beauty, it's easy to see why so many people choose to call Evanston home.

Overview for Evanston, IL

81,106 people live in Evanston, where the median age is 37.4 and the average individual income is $66,189. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,106

Total Population

37.4 years

Median Age

High

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

$66,189

Average individual Income

Around Evanston, IL

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

92
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
92
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
60
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Hecky's Express, Windfree Solar Cafe, and Nana V's Chicken.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.45 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Windfree Solar Cafe Logo
Dining 0.64 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.8 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.96 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Booked Logo
Shopping 1.06 miles 18 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.43 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Evanston, IL

Population Households Employment

Evanston has 33,076 households, with an average household size of 7.24. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Evanston do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 81,106 people call Evanston home. The population density is 9,935 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

81,106

Total Population

High

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

37.4 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

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
33,076

Total Households

7.24

Average Household Size

$66,189

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 Evanston, IL

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Evanston. 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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Name
Category
Grades
School rating

PROPERTY LISTINGS

For Sale
MLS® 12718021
MLS #: 12718021

$4,000,000

90 Kedzie Street, Evanston, IL 60202
5 Beds 5 Baths 5,865 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 12645474
MLS #: 12645474

$3,499,999

1319 Forest Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,580 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 12633803
MLS #: 12633803

$3,395,000

1218 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60202
6 Beds 5.5 Baths 8,462 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 12639079
MLS #: 12639079

$2,995,000

9360 Ridgeway Avenue, Evanston, IL 60203
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 6,600 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12634823
MLS #: 12634823

$2,950,000

2632 Gross Point Road, Evanston, IL 60201
For Sale
MLS® 12575018
MLS #: 12575018

$2,875,000

1616 Forest Place, Evanston, IL 60201
5 Beds 7 Baths 7,759 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12265463
MLS #: 12265463

$2,490,000

1232 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202
11 Beds 7 Baths 8,600 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 12706023
MLS #: 12706023

$2,250,000

1332 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201
For Sale
MLS® 12697684
MLS #: 12697684

$2,095,000

225 Hamilton Street, Evanston, IL 60202
6 Beds 5 Baths 5,416 Sq.Ft.
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Contact Details

The Weiss Group

Phone

(773) 677-5020

Email

[email protected]

Address

1821 Benson Ave Evanston, IL 60201

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