Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Chicago for a reason. With its proximity to downtown and abundance of restaurants, bars, and other amenities, it's no wonder people are drawn to this vibrant community. If you're thinking of buying a home in Lincoln Park, here's what you need to know.

Overview for Lincoln Park, IL

69,641 people live in Lincoln Park, where the median age is 32 and the average individual income is $98,738. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

69,641

Total Population

32 years

Median Age

High

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

$98,738

Average individual Income

What to do

Go for a walk around South Pond in Lincoln Park and admire the views of Chicago's skyscrapers to the south as well as the pavilion designed by Jeanne Gang. If you feel like hitting the beach, you can cross DuSable Lake Shore Drive and arrive on North Avenue Beach via a walkway to the east of the Chicago History Museum. North Avenue Beach features sand volleyball leagues starting in May!
 

Hot Spots

Whether you're hungry for pizza, tapas or Michelin-starred fine dining, Lincoln Park's restaurant scene is sure to satisfy.

Cafe Ba Ba Reeba (my personal favorite!!)

Summer House Santa Monica

Blue Door Farmstand

Pequoud's Pizza

Esmé

Athenian Room

Boka

Avli Taverna

Nearest CTA stations

It's not hard to navigate Lincoln Park by train—the Red, Brown and Purple lines all run through the neighborhood. The Red Line stops at North/Clybourn and Fullerton and the Brown Line will take you to Sedgwick, Armitage, Fullerton and Diversey. During rush hours, you can also take the Purple Line to Sedgwick, Armitage, Fullerton and Diversey.

What else is nearby?

Head south and you'll find yourself in Old Town, where rowdy bars line Wells Street. Go farther south, and you're in River North, with easy access to shopping along the Magnificent Mile, various restaurants and the Museum of Contemporary Art. If you head north, you'll find yourself in Lakeview, not far from Wrigleyville and the home of Wrigley Field. To the west is the Chicago River, the Kennedy Expressway and Bucktown.

 
 
 

 

 
 

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Demographics and Employment Data for Lincoln Park, IL

Lincoln Park has 32,632 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lincoln Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 69,641 people call Lincoln Park home. The population density is 37,361.176 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

69,641

Total Population

High

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

32

Median Age

50.49 / 49.51%

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
32,632

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$98,738

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 Lincoln Park, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Lincoln Park. 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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
LaSalle Elementary Language Academy
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5
Lincoln Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 9th
5/5
Mayer Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 9th
5/5
St James Lutheran School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Newberry Elementary Math & Science Academy
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
3/5
Lincoln Park High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
Alcott Elementary School
PUBLIC
PreK - 8th
4/5
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Prescott Elementary School
PUBLIC
K - 8th
4/5

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