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About Evanston, IL
Evanston is a vibrant lakefront city known for Northwestern University, diverse cultural offerings, and a thriving downtown. Located just north of Chicago, it offers urban amenities with suburban charm, featuring beautiful Lake Michigan beaches, historic architecture, and a commitment to sustainability.
Community at a Glance
Population
84,457
Median Household Income
$82,335
Median Age
32.1
Total Area
7.8 sq mi
Schools
elementary schools
Evanston CCSD 65
middle schools
Evanston CCSD 65
high schools
Evanston Twp HSD 202
unified schools
Evanston CCSD 65
unified schools
Evanston Dists 65/202 Jnt Agr
Amenities & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
- Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
- Space — A Musical Venue
- Actors Gymnasium
- Evanston Art Center
- Evanston History Center
Parks & Nature
- Lighthouse Beach & Evanston Lighthouse
- Centennial Park & Sailing Beach
- Ladd Arboretum
- Clark Square Park
- Elliot Park & Nature Playscape
Restaurants
- Oceanique
- Farmhouse Evanston
- Found Kitchen and Social House
- Hewn Bakery
- Peppercorns Kitchen
Shopping
- Bookends & Beginnings
- Downtown Evanston Shopping District
- Hazel
- Peckish Pig General Store
- Ten Thousand Villages Evanston
Coffee
- Pâtisserie Coralie
- Unicorn Cafe
- Cupitol Coffee & Eatery
Fitness & Wellness
- Evanston Athletic Club (EAC)
- Evanston YMCA
- Evanston Park District — Chandler-Newberger Community Center
- CorePower Yoga Evanston
Explore Evanston
Things To Do in Evanston, IL
Restaurants, parks, coffee shops, arts & culture — discover the local spots that make Evanston a great place to call home.
Getting Around
Metra Union Pacific North Line
Commuter Rail
Direct service to downtown Chicago
CTA Purple Line
Rapid Transit
Elevated train to Chicago Loop