Wilmette

When it comes to housing, there’s no shortage of architectural styles and price points in this lakefront community.

Welcome to Wilmette

With highly-rated schools and a wealth of amenities, it’s no surprise Wilmette has been ranked by Chicagomagazine as one of the Chicago area’s best places to live. When it comes to housing, there’s no shortage of architectural styles and price points in this lakefront community. Quintessential Cape Cod, Victorian, and Colonial homes line the village’s historic streets, many of which are paved with clay-fired bricks from the 1800s. In addition to single-family homes, there are beachfront condominiums and townhomes. While well-kept homes maintain Wilmette’s rich architectural history in all of its glory, new construction attests to the village’s enduring popularity. The schools in Wilmette are among the best. In fact, two Wilmette elementary schools are among the select schools in the state to be awarded the prestigious National Blue-Ribbon Award. The community is also served by the highly-acclaimed New Trier High School, located in Winnetka. 

​​​​​​​Wilmette’s Metra station and access to I-94 make commuting to downtown Chicago a breeze, but there’s plenty of reasons to stay local. At the heart of town is the Village Center, where you’ll find specialty stores, restaurants, and the Wilmette Theatre. Along Sheridan Road there is Plaza del Lago, providing more shops and services to locals. Meanwhile, ample recreational activities are available at Gillson Park and beach, Wilmette Harbor, and the Centennial Recreation Complex, which includes swimming, tennis, and ice skating.

Overview for Wilmette, IL

31,932 people live in Wilmette, where the median age is 47.3 and the average individual income is $94,882.84. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,932

Total Population

47.3 years

Median Age

High

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

$94,882.84

Average individual Income

Around Wilmette, IL

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

68
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
55
Bikeable
Bike Score
30
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Al Sham Sweets, MyBody Complex, and Evolution Dojo.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.76 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.56 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.72 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.95 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.82 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.88 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wilmette, IL

Wilmette has 12,091 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wilmette do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 31,932 people call Wilmette home. The population density is 3,979.58 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

31,932

Total Population

High

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

47.3

Median Age

48.92 / 51.08%

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
12,091

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$94,882.84

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Wilmette, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Wilmette. 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
Category
Grades
School rating
Harper Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 4th
4/5
Wilmette Junior High School
PUBLIC
7th - 8th
5/5
Ronald Knox Montessori School
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Highcrest Middle School
PUBLIC
5th - 6th
No rating available
Central Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 5th
5/5
McKenzie Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 4th
5/5
Romona Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
5/5
Regina Dominican High School
PRIVATE
9th - 12th
No rating available
Baker Demonstration School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
St Francis Xavier School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Marie Murphy School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5

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