Recognized as one of the top places to reside in the Chicago vicinity by Chicago magazine, Wilmette offers an energetic community atmosphere enriched with a vast array of facilities and services.
Housing in this lakeside locale is diverse, both in terms of architectural designs and affordability. The historic avenues of the village are adorned with classic Cape Cod, Victorian, and Colonial residences, many situated on roads paved with bricks dating back to the 1800s. Aside from single-family dwellings, the area offers beachfront condos and townhouses. The maintained older homes showcase Wilmette's deep-rooted architectural heritage, while new developments reflect the community's sustained appeal.
The residents of Wilmette benefit from the highly acclaimed New Trier High School, which is situated in nearby Winnetka.
Travel to downtown Chicago is facilitated by the convenient location of the Wilmette Metra station and accessibility to the I-94 highway, but the locality itself offers ample attractions to keep residents entertained. The Village Center stands as a community focal point, hosting a range of specialty shops, dining establishments, and the historic Wilmette Theatre. Plaza del Lago, situated along Sheridan Road, further extends shopping and service options for the residents. Additionally, numerous recreational opportunities are available, including the facilities at Gillson Park and beach, Wilmette Harbor, and the Centennial Recreation Complex, home to swimming, tennis, and ice-skating amenities.
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.
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There's plenty to do around Wilmette, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Itaewon, Urban Morning Cozy Cafe, and Equilibrium Chicago Personal Training Services.
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| Dining | 3.41 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 4.94 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.01 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.17 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.55 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.49 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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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.
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