Wilmette

Beachfront condominiums and affordable townhomes.

One of the original North Shore villages, Wilmette has been ranked by Chicago magazine as one of the area’s best places to live. When it comes to housing in Wilmette, there’s no shortage of architectural styles and price points. Quintessential Cape Cod, Victorian and Colonial homes line the village’s historic streets. In addition to single-family homes, there are beachfront condominiums and more affordable townhomes. The schools in Wilmette are among the best. In fact, two Wilmette elementary schools are among the 17 schools in the state awarded the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Award.

The community is also served by the highly-acclaimed New Trier High School, located in Winnetka. At the heart of town is the Village Center, where you’ll find specialty stores, restaurants, and The Wilmette Theatre. The Baha’i Temple is a highly-visible landmark along Sheridan Road, while Plaza del Lago provides excellent shopping. Ample recreational activities are also available at Gillson Park and beach, Wilmette Harbor, and the Centennial Recreation Complex which include swimming, tennis, and ice skating.

Overview for Wilmette, IL

27,895 people live in Wilmette, where the median age is 45.6 and the average individual income is $97,355. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,895

Total Population

45.6 years

Median Age

High

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

$97,355

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Wilmette, IL

Population Households Employment

Wilmette has 10,331 households, with an average household size of 2.69. 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. 27,895 people call Wilmette home. The population density is 5,163.1 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,895

Total Population

High

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

45.6

Median Age

49.11 / 50.89%

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

10,331

Total Households

2.69

Average Household Size

$97,355

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 Wilmette, IL

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Mixed Schools ()

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.

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Name

Property Listings

Price

Living Area

For Sale

MLS® 11967061

MLS #: 11967061

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Wilmette

Overview for Wilmette, IL

27,895

45.6 years

High

$97,355

Demographics and Employment Data for Wilmette, IL

27,895

High

45.6

49.11 / 50.89%

10,331

2.69

$97,355

Schools in Wilmette, IL

Property Listings

$3,880,000

$3,750,000

$3,500,000

$3,050,000

$2,999,000

$2,850,000

$2,850,000

$2,495,000

$2,395,000

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