Winnetka, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Winnetka, Illinois is 12,508 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 192nd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $250,001, the median home value is $1,206,300, and the median age is 42.4.
The population has grown 2.3% since 2010 (12,210 → 12,494).
12,508
Population
3281
People / sq mi
$250,001
Median Income
$1,206,300
Median Home Value
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Winnetka covers 3.8 sq mi of land at 3281 people per square mile.
About Winnetka, IL
What sets Winnetka apart is money: median household income runs $250,001, above the US median of $78,538. With 12,508 residents, Winnetka is a city in Illinois.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $250,001, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 1.0%, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $1,206,300, with typical rent around $1,750.
Winnetka is among the best-educated US cities: 87.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Working from home is common here: 27.5% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Winnetka firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Winnetka village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Winnetka village had a population of 12,210 in 2010 and 12,494 in 2024, a 2.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,696 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.17%.
12,494
Population (2024)
12,210
Population (2010)
12,696
Peak (2020)
0.17%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,210 |
| 2011 | 12,323 |
| 2012 | 12,399 |
| 2013 | 12,476 |
| 2014 | 12,535 |
| 2015 | 12,514 |
| 2016 | 12,486 |
| 2017 | 12,451 |
| 2018 | 12,367 |
| 2019 | 12,316 |
| 2020 | 12,696 |
| 2021 | 12,501 |
| 2022 | 12,383 |
| 2023 | 12,387 |
| 2024 | 12,494 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.4% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$250,001
Median Household Income
$155,362
Per Capita Income
1.0%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,206,300
Median Home Value
$1,750
Median Rent
92.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
99.1%
High School+
87.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
18.5%
Drive Alone
44.5%
Public Transit
27.5%
Work From Home
33.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
35.3%
Foreign Born
88.6%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
5.6%
With Disability
98.3%
Health Insurance
98.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Information | 26.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 22.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 16.2% |
| Manufacturing | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.2% |
| Retail Trade | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Public Administration | 1.5% |
| Construction | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winnetka, Illinois has a population of 12,508 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 192nd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Winnetka, Illinois is $250,001, with 1.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Winnetka, Illinois is $1,206,300, with median monthly rent at $1,750 and a homeownership rate of 92.2%.
The median age in Winnetka, Illinois is 42.4 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 2.3% since 2010 (12,210 → 12,494).
Winnetka village, IL Climate
Winnetka village, IL has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F) and receives about 895 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.3°C
Avg Temp
895
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 45 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 37 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 63 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 92 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 86 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 93 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 89 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 101 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 90 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 65 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 73 mm |
| December | -1° / 29° | 61 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Winnetka village, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Winnetka village, IL are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.