Why Winnetka?
The Village of Winnetka’s goal is to not only make opening a new business quick and easy, but to maintain close relationships with current businesses ensuring they receive continuous support and the most prompt, professional, and courteous service always.
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Business friendly environment
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Streamlined processes
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Full-time economic development staff to meet your needs.
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High income and image community
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Strong shop local culture
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Collaborative marketing opportunities
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Excellent public transportation access
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Close proximity to the City of Chicago
Please contact Liz Dechant with any questions regarding opening a new business, new developments, expansions, relocations, or if you are looking for available space at ldechant@winnetka.org or 847-716-3528.
Demographic and Traffic Data
Thinking about locating your business in Winnetka, but would like more data before doing so? Use the links below to find important demographic and traffic information. If you cannot find the information you are looking for please contact Liz Dechant at ldechant@winnetka.org or call 847-716-3528 for assistance.
US Census Quick Fact Data
Traffic Counts
Available Spaces
Winnetka Statistics
Date of Incorporation: March 10, 1869
Form of Government: Council/Manager
Geographic Location: North Shore suburb of Chicago, located in Cook County
Area: 3.81 square miles
Population
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1940: 12,430 |
1980: 12,772 |
2012: 12,370 |
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1950: 12,105 |
1990: 12,174 |
2014: 12,490 |
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1960: 13,368 |
2000: 12,419 |
2017: 12,480 |
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1970: 14,131 |
2010: 12,187 |
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Municipal Services and Facilities - 2018 Figures
Number of Full-Time Employees: 151
Financial Position
Bond Rating: Aaa
Operating Revenues (General Fund, FY 18): $24.48 million
Operating Expenses (General Fund, FY 18): $22.86 million
Fire Protection
Number of Firefighters: 24
Calls for Service: 2,169
Number of Fire Stations: 1
Number of Fire Hydrants: 771
I.S.O. Rating Class: 3
Police Protection
Number of Police Officers: 28 (sworn) and 5 (non-sworn)
Number of Police Stations: 1
Annual Calls for Service: 7,670
Public Works
Miles of Streets Maintained: 58
Leaf Program Annual Collection: 7,720 cubic yards
Recycling Collection Totals: Electronics- 76,550 pounds; Documents- 23,880 pounds; Medications- 419 pounds; Sharps- 263 pounds; CLF Bulbs- 2,620 bulbs; and Mercury- under 5 pounds
View a map of business district recycling locations
Municipal Water Utility
Total Water Consumption: 892,154,730 gallons
Number of Water Meters: 4,312
Miles of Water Main: 71.5
Municipal Electric Utility
Total Electric Consumption: 122,764,680 kWh
Peak System Electric Demand: 35,281 MW
Historical Peak System Electric Demand: 40.09 MW (August 1, 2006)
Number of Electric Meters: 5,071
Average Annual Residential Consumption: 18,057 kWh’s/year