Highwood, IL
Illinois · Lake County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro
Highwood is a small city in Illinois with a population of 5,243. Residents earn $101,862 per year, which is 36% above the national average.
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How Highwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Highwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Highwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate. Highwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Highwood is $101,862, which is significantly higher than the national average / 36% above $75,149. This places Highwood among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Highwood is $454,500, making it a premium housing market at 61% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Highwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 38 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 657 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 79.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Highwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Highwood vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Highwood vs U.S. Average
Income: Highwood vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,862 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,680 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,751 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $143,679 |
| Gini Index | 0.479 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 19,967 |
| County GDP | $82,869M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,607 |
| Healthcare | 2,211 |
| Retail | 2,099 |
| Manufacturing | 811 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,960 |
| 299% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 100.00 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 62.9% |
| Public Transit | 4.6% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $454,500 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $461,197 |
| Median List Price | $600,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $600,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $284 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.1% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 7 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,800 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,240 |
| Rent Burden | 31.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 49.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 51.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,989 |
| Median Year Built | 1959 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,960 |
| 299% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.07% |
Health Metrics: Highwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Cancer | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.6% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 18.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Short Sleep | 34.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| Uninsured | 15.8% |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:940 |
| Dentists | 1:846 |
| Mental Health | 1:266 |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Dental Visits | 60.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,610/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,211 |
Crime Rates: Highwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 37.5/100K |
| 90% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 37.5/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 656.9/100K |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 112.6/100K |
| Theft | 544.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 18.8/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 55 |
| Traffic Accidents | 34 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 687 ft (209 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,282/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2060°N, 87.8129°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lake County County |
| Nearest Airport | Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) 17 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0480 ppm |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 96.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 14.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 78.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1954 | MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN) | Avalanche | 3.0 m | 7 | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in |
Highwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 24°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.4").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 55 |
| Traffic Accidents | 34 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.1% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 19.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 7,282/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| County | Lake County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 96.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 126.8 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 9.8 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 25 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,211 |
| Restaurants | 1,607 |
| Retail Stores | 2,099 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 31.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 62.9% |
| Public Transit | 4.6% |
| Work from Home | 13.8% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $250 ($150–$400) |
| Specialist Visit | $350 ($200–$550) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $200 ($100–$350) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,200 ($800–$5,000) |
| Dental Cleaning | $130 ($75–$200) |
| Dental Filling | $250 ($150–$400) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $45 ($25–$75) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $75 ($50–$120) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $300 ($150–$500) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20–$75) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $600 ($400–$1,000) |
| Battery Replacement | $200 ($100–$350) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $100 ($60–$150) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $90 ($50–$140) |
| HVAC Repair | $400 ($150–$800) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000) |
| Roof Repair | $1,000 ($400–$2,000) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,500 ($500–$3,500) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000) |
| DUI Defense | $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,500 ($800–$3,000) |
| Will Preparation | $500 ($200–$1,000) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Women's Haircut | $55 ($30–$100) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $150 ($75–$250) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15–$45) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25–$65) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $80 ($50–$130) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $140 ($80–$250) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $70 ($30–$150) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $70 ($40–$120) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $70 ($40–$100) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $65 ($30–$100) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $85 ($50–$150) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $200 ($75–$500) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $70 ($30–$130) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.00–$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $100 ($30–$250) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15–$75) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,200 ($600–$2,500) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,000 ($500–$2,000) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $400 ($200–$700) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $50 ($25–$100) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,000 ($400–$2,500) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $60 ($30–$100) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $100 ($50–$200) |
| Dog Grooming | $60 ($30–$100) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20–$75) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $300 ($150–$500) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $200 ($100–$400) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,322 |
| Toddler | $1,068 |
| Preschool | $1,021 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $900 |
| Toddler | $838 |
| Preschool | $763 |
Top Industries in Lake County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 52,776 | 1,028 | $144,717 | 1.95 |
| Retail Trade | 36,424 | 1,874 | $55,434 | 1.11 |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 32,507 | 1,950 | $64,636 | 0.69 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 25,069 | 1,478 | $30,025 | 0.84 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 23,865 | 1,480 | $70,615 | 1.23 |
| Wholesale Trade | 22,920 | 1,144 | $138,370 | 1.77 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 18,915 | 2,982 | $112,929 | 0.83 |
| Finance & Insurance | 14,099 | 944 | $130,454 | 1.05 |
| Construction | 12,776 | 1,956 | $90,037 | 0.74 |
| Management of Companies | 11,045 | 105 | $164,492 | 1.99 |
| Other Services | 9,231 | 1,970 | $61,064 | 0.93 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 8,521 | 864 | $51,354 | 0.61 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 7,252 | 374 | $84,004 | 1.31 |
| Educational Services | 6,122 | 311 | $46,629 | 0.90 |
| Real Estate | 3,345 | 762 | $102,654 | 0.65 |
| Information & Technology | 2,194 | 290 | $110,174 | 0.36 |
| Utilities | 1,693 | 24 | $157,766 | 1.35 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 431 | 50 | $49,769 | 0.16 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 102 | 9 | $101,274 | 0.08 |
| Unclassified | 21 | 30 | $59,523 | 0.05 |
Schools in Highwood
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Terrace Elem School | Elementary | 373 | 38 | 9.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Highwood
54 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103.5 KISS FM - WKSC-FM Chicago | pop, top 40 | AAC | |
| WCPT 820 AM Willow Springs, IL | progressive talk | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Super CFL Radio - Chicago,IL | "chicago's greatest hits ", 70s disco | MP3 320 kbps | |
| 103.5 KISS FM WKSC Chicago | hits, hot adult contemporary | AAC | |
| 011.fm – House of Hair | 80s hard rock, hair metal | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WCPT 820 Heartland Signal Progresive Talk, Willow Springs IL | chicago, illinois | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Smooth Jazz WNUA Chicago | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Moody Radio WMBI 90.1 FM | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 107.5 WGCI | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| Rebel Radio | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 91.5 WBEZ-FM | public radio | AAC 64 kbps | |
| Audio Noir | audio drama, old time radio | MP3 48 kbps | |
| WMVP 1000 AM - ESPN Chicago, IL | chicago sports, live sports | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Klinci | kids | AAC+ 80 kbps | |
| fubu radio | dj, hip hop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WRMN 1410 | news, talk | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Narodna | folk, narodna | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WCHI-HD2 Big 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL | country, new country | AAC | |
| Plus Radio '90 | 90s, devedesete | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Boys Town Live | dance radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Jazz WNUA 95.5 Chicago, IL | oldies, smooth jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WLS 94.7-FM Chicago, IL | classic hits | MP3 80 kbps | |
| WBEZ FM 91.5 | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| WDCB Jazz | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Klove | gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| CHIRP Radio (WCXP-LP) | independent radio, indie rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WLIT 93.9 FM - Chicago, IL | aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), love songs | AAC | |
| WMXM 88.9FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WJVX/Oak Lawn-Chicago,IL | "the new sound for old memories"r'n'b hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WRTE 90.7 FM | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 128 | chicago, classical | AAC 130 kbps | |
| WLUW 88.7 FM, Chicago Sound Alliance | independent radio, student radio | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WBEZ-HD2 "Vocalo Stream" Chicago, IL | chicago, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CRIS Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 64 | chicago, classical | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Inspiration 1390 | gospel | AAC | |
| Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago WNVR | community, entertainment | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Nostalgija | pop | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 93.9 WLIT-FM LITE FM | pop | AAC | |
| Metaverse Radio Chicago | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WCHI 95.5 FM - Chicago, IL | rock | AAC | |
| Radio Chrystusa Króla Chicago | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| WGN Radio 720 | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Q101 Chicago's Alternative | alternative, alternative rock | MP3 80 kbps | |
| Nexus Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio DePaul | — | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| mmRadio | 70s, 80s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Hot Wax Radio | indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Hit | folk, pop folk | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| RebelRadio.com Chicago | hard rock, heavy metal | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Rock | rock | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WFMT Classical AAC 256 | chicago, classical | AAC 258 kbps | |
| Plus Radio Zabavna | pop, zabavna | AAC+ 96 kbps |
National Parks Near Highwood
27 national parks and monuments found near Highwood.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allen Valley Siata | State Park | Free |
| Big Foot Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Burlington To Kansasville State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Calumet Park | State Park | Free |
| Chain O'Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Channahon State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr | State Park | Free |
| Fox River | State Park | Free |
| Gebhard Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Glacial Drumlin State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access | State Park | Free |
| Hank Aaron State Trail | State Park | Free |
| Harbor Park Promenade | State Park | Free |
| Illini State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indiana Dunes National Park | National Park | $20 |
| Indiana Dunes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata | State Park | Free |
| Lake Park Expansion | State Park | Free |
| Lakeshore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Morraine Hills State Park | State Park | Free |
| Presidential Park | State Park | Free |
| Pullman National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Richard Bong Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Silver Springs | State Park | Free |
| White River State Trail | State Park | Free |
| William G. Stratton State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Highwood
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5,420 | $53,017 |
| 2015 | 5,372 | $50,750 |
| 2017 | 5,319 | $55,427 |
| 2019 | 5,228 | $63,388 |
| 2021 | 5,374 | $88,913 |
| 2023 | 5,346 | $101,862 |
Museums in Highwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARY & LEIGH BLOCK MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 8474914000 | $2,885,933,026 | |
| FEET FIRST EXHIBIT | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8475788417 | $108,498,726 | |
| DEERPATH STUDENT GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $107,956,191 | ||
| SONNENSCHEIN & ALBRIGHT GALLERIES | ART MUSEUM | $107,956,191 | ||
| CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 1000 LAKE COOK ROAD | 8478355440 | $51,973,972 |
| HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL FOUNDATION OF ILLINOIS | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8479674800 | $7,826,312 | |
| ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8479674800 | $7,826,312 | |
| KOHL CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF GREATER CHICAGO | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 8478326600 | $3,893,941 | |
| CAMBODIAN ASSOCIATION OF ILLINOIS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7738787090 | $1,757,647 | |
| MUSEUM OF ANESTHESIOLOGY - WOOD LIBRARY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 8478255586 | $1,130,648 | |
| IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7732827035 | $1,072,843 | |
| SWEDISH AMERICAN MUSEUM ASSOCIATION OF CHICAGO | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7737288111 | $919,075 | |
| ART CENTER HIGHLAND PARK | ART MUSEUM | 8474321888 | $911,244 | |
| EVANSTON HISTORY CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8474753410 | $770,176 | |
| ART ENCOUNTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8473289222 | $522,268 | |
| MITCHELL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8474751030 | $483,093 | |
| ELAWA FARM FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 1401 MIDDLEFORK DRIVE | 8472341966 | $410,010 |
| MILWAUKEE ROAD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8476746015 | $229,038 | |
| LAKE FOREST-LAKE BLUFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8472345253 | $227,127 | |
| KENILWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8472512565 | $208,863 | |
| DES PLAINES HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8473915399 | $207,254 | |
| LEATHER ARCHIVES AND MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | $197,943 | ||
| PARTISAN ARTS INTERNATIONAL | ART MUSEUM | $165,228 | ||
| DEER PATH ART LEAGUE | ART MUSEUM | 8472343743 | $154,436 | |
| WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 411 LINDEN STREET | 8474460001 | $149,199 |
| AMERICAS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM ON WHEELS - STORYBUS | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 8472016476 | $148,850 | |
| SHORE LINE INTERURBAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $133,670 | ||
| EDGEWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7735064849 | $106,047 | |
| MOUNT PROSPECT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8473929006 | $99,430 | |
| FRANCES WILLARD HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $92,621 | ||
| REMEMBRANCE RESCUE PROJECT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8776590809 | $90,255 | |
| WILMETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8478537666 | $75,229 | |
| NORTHBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1776 WALTERS AVE | 8474983404 | $67,735 |
| PICKARD COLLECTORS CLUB | ART MUSEUM | $53,194 | ||
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7082551225 | $42,448 | |
| LAKE BLUFF HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 127 E SCRANTON AVE | 8474821571 | $38,548 |
| NORWOOD PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7736314633 | $38,047 | |
| HIGHLAND PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8474327090 | $33,103 | |
| SWEDISH-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7735835722 | $32,816 | |
| GLENVIEW HISTORY CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8477242235 | $22,200 | |
| GREAT LAKES NAVAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | PO BOX 886307 | 8476883154 | $21,471 |
| CHICAGO LITERARY HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $18,452 | ||
| PARK RIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8476961973 | $15,855 | |
| INDO-AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8474756853 | $13,054 | |
| NILES HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8970 N MILWAUKEE AVE | 8473900160 | $9,277 |
| GLENCOE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $7,110 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE FORT HILL COUNTRY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 601 EAST NOEL DRIVE | 8475660650 | $3,126 |
| RAVENSWOOD LAKE VIEW HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3127447616 | $851 | |
| AMERICAN TOBY JUG MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8778629687 | ||
| CHICAGO JAPANESE AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHICAGO MARINE AQUARIUM SOCIETY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | |||
| CHICAGO THEN AND NOW | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7736019272 | ||
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM OF ELGIN | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | |||
| CREATOR ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 8474462787 | ||
| DEERFIELD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 450 KIPLING PL | 8479480680 | |
| EASTLAND DISASTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ELK GROVE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ELK GROVE HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8476901440 | ||
| EVANSTON ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATION | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8474488256 | ||
| EVIDENCE OF HOLOCAUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| FORT SHERIDAN HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GLENVIEW HANGAR ONE FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8476570000 | ||
| GRAYSLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 164 HAWLEY STREET | 8472237663 | |
| GROVE INTERPRETIVE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8472996096 | ||
| HELLER NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 636 RIDGE RD | 8475794182 | |
| HIAWATHA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HIGHWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8476829039 | ||
| HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BUFFALO GROVE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8474592318 | ||
| HOFFMAN ESTATES MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8477559630 | ||
| ILLINOIS HISTORIC VEHICLE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2177824836 | ||
| ITASCA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ITASCA HISTORICAL DEPOT | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6307733363 | ||
| JCC CHICAGO/JCC GAROON GATEWAY TO SCIENCE | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 23280 NORTH OLD MCHENRY ROAD | ||
| KOEHNLINE MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 8476352633 | ||
| LAKE COUNTY FARM HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LAKE FOREST TRUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LAKE ZURICH AREA VETERANS MONUMENT FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LATVIAN FOLK ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 7735882085 | ||
| LIBERTYVILLE MUNDELEIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 413 N MILWAUKEE AVE | 8473622330 | |
| LONG GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 348 OLD MCHENRY RD | 8476346155 | |
| MARY AND LEIGH BLOCK MUSEUM OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 8474914000 | ||
| MARYTOWN/ST. MAXMILLIAN KOLBE SHRINE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8473677800 | ||
| MCDONALD'S MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8472975022 | ||
| MESOPATAMIA MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 25 S WOLF RD | 8476999000 | |
| MORTON GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6240 DEMPSTER ST | 8479650203 | |
| NEWPORT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8476230939 | ||
| NORTH SUBURBAN GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8474467220 | ||
| OAKTON HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMITTEE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| OLD EDGEBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7737744651 | ||
| PALATINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 224 EAST PALATINE ROAD | 8479916460 | |
| PILLARS OF HONOR | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8479540520 | ||
| PLATEN PRESS PRINTING MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3051 SHERIDAN ROAD | ||
| ROBERT T. WRIGHT COMMUNITY GALLERY OF ART | ART MUSEUM | 8475432000 | ||
| ROGERS PARK W RIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7344 N WESTERN AVE | 7737644078 | |
| ROGERS PARK WEST RIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 7737644078 | ||
| ROLLING MEADOWS HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3100 CENTRAL RD | 8475777086 | |
| ROLLING MEADOWS HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8475777086 | ||
| SKOKIE HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8476776672 | ||
| SKOKIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SNAPSHOT NATION NFP | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| TRIAD ARTS GROUP | ART MUSEUM | 8475909081 | ||
| UPTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7735615169 | ||
| VIETNAM MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7737286111 | ||
| VLIET MUSEUM OF LAKE BLUFF | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8474821571 | ||
| WARBIRD HERITAGE FOUNDATION | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | 3000 CORPORATE DR | 8472448701 | |
| WAUKEGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1917 NORTH SHERIDAN ROAD | 8473361859 | |
| WAUKEGAN HISTORY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 1917 NORTH SHERIDAN ROAD | 8473361859 | |
| WHEELING HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8475373119 | ||
| WILLIAM A. KOEHNLINE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8476352633 | ||
| WOOD DALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6305958777 | ||
| ZION GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2400 GABRIEL AVE | 8478724680 | |
| ZION HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8477463806 |
Libraries in Highwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 500 NORTH DUNTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 910,655 | |||
| SKOKIE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5215 OAKTON STREET | 0.0 | 805,147 | |||
| EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1703 ORRINGTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 664,644 | |||
| WAUKEGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 128 NORTH COUNTY STREET | 0.0 | 615,556 | |||
| EISENHOWER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 4613 NORTH OKETO AVENUE | 0.0 | 614,469 | |||
| COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE | 0.0 | 578,397 | |||
| DES PLAINES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1501 ELLINWOOD STREET | 0.0 | 564,257 | |||
| PALATINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 700 NORTH NORTH COURT | 0.0 | 558,558 | |||
| MOUNT PROSPECT PUBLIC LIBRARY | 10 SOUTH EMERSON STREET | 0.0 | 510,265 | |||
| PARK RIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 20 SOUTH PROSPECT AVENUE | 0.0 | 500,105 | |||
| WARREN-NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 224 NORTH O'PLAINE ROAD | 0.0 | 468,521 | |||
| LAKE FOREST LIBRARY | 360 EAST DEERPATH ROAD | 0.0 | 465,032 | |||
| GLENVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1930 GLENVIEW ROAD | 0.0 | 440,319 | |||
| ELK GROVE VILLAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1001 WELLINGTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 437,540 | |||
| NILES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 6960 OAKTON STREET | 0.0 | 420,602 | |||
| NORTHBROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1201 CEDAR LANE | 0.0 | 420,049 | |||
| INDIAN TRAILS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 355 SOUTH SCHOENBECK ROAD | 0.0 | 374,941 | |||
| WILMETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 1242 WILMETTE AVENUE | 0.0 | 372,335 | |||
| HIGHLAND PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 494 LAUREL AVENUE | 0.0 | 361,047 | |||
| FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 1170 NORTH MIDLOTHIAN ROAD | 0.0 | 357,000 | |||
| VERNON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 300 OLDE HALF DAY ROAD | 0.0 | 327,147 | |||
| WINNETKA-NORTHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 768 OAK STREET | 0.0 | 327,109 | |||
| LAKE VILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 1001 EAST GRAND AVENUE | 0.0 | 300,000 | |||
| GRAYSLAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 100 LIBRARY LANE | 0.0 | 224,723 | |||
| ROLLING MEADOWS LIBRARY | 3110 MARTIN LANE | 0.0 | 206,804 | |||
| ZION-BENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 2400 GABRIEL AVENUE | 0.0 | 196,981 | |||
| MORTON GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 6140 LINCOLN AVENUE | 0.0 | 179,407 | |||
| LINCOLNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 4000 WEST PRATT AVENUE | 0.0 | 150,934 | |||
| WOOD DALE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 520 NORTH WOOD DALE ROAD | 0.0 | 142,000 | |||
| DEERFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 920 WAUKEGAN ROAD | 0.0 | 115,529 | |||
| PROSPECT HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 12 NORTH ELM STREET | 0.0 | 115,047 | |||
| GLENCOE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 320 PARK AVENUE | 0.0 | 111,202 | |||
| ITASCA COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 500 WEST IRVING PARK ROAD | 0.0 | 94,089 | |||
| LAKE BLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY | 123 EAST SCRANTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 78,344 | |||
| HIGHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 102 HIGHWOOD AVENUE | 0.0 | 53,124 | |||
| NORTH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2100 ARGONNE DRIVE | 0.0 | 42,753 |
Farmers Markets in Highwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andersonville Farmers Market | 1500 W. Berwyn Ave. | 05/08/2019 to 08/28/2019 | Wed: 3:00 PM-8:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Arlington Heights Farmers Market | N. Arlington Heights Rd. at E. Eastman St. | ||||
| Bensenville French Market | 10 S Center street | 06/15/2016 to 08/31/2016 | Wed: 5:00 PM-9:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| City of Lake Forest Farmers Market | 691 N. Western | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| City of Zion's Farmers Market | Shiloh Blvd and Sheridan Rd | 06/19/2014 to 09/25/2014 | Thu: 11:00 AM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Dakotah's Indoor Farmers Market | 631 N. Midlothian | 11/08/2014 to 03/28/2015 | Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Deerfield Farmers Market | Deerfield Rd. & Robert York Ave. | 06/13/2015 to 10/10/2015 | Sat: 7:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Devon Community Market | 2720 W. Devon St. | Visit | |||
| Downtown Evanston Farmers' Market | Oak at University | 05/09/2015 to 11/07/2015 | Sat: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Edgewater Farmers Market | 5917 N Broadway | 06/13/2015 to 10/17/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Eli's Cheesecake and Wright College Farmer's Market | 6701 W. Forest Preserve Drive | 06/12/2014 to 09/25/2014 | Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Elk Grove Farmers Market | 901 Wellington Avenue | 06/04/2016 to 10/15/2016 | Sat: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Berry Memorial United Methodist Church | 4754 N. Leavitt | 12/5/2015 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Congregational Church of Jefferson Park | 5320 W Giddings St. | 02/21/2016 to | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist | 1025 N. Smith Street | 3/13/2016 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Arlington Heights | 1234 N. Arlington Heights Road | 2/13/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Park Ridge | 205 N. Prospect Ave | 01/23/2016 to | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Farmer Fridays at Uncommon Ground | 1401 West Devon Ave | Visit | |||
| Glencoe French Market | Wyman Green/ Village Court | 06/11/2016 to 09/03/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Glenview Farmers Market | 1510 Wagner Rd. | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | ||
| Glenwood Sunday Market | 6926 N. Glenwood Ave. | 06/02/2019 to 10/27/2019 | Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Grayslake Farmers Market | Center and Whitney Streets | 06/03/2015 to 09/23/2015 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Gurnee Farmers Market | Grand Ave. & Kilbourne Rd. | ||||
| Hawthorn Woods Farmers Market | Quentin and Old McHenry Roads | 06/13/2014 to 10/03/2014 | Fri: 4:30 PM-8:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Immanuel Indoor Farmers Market | 616 Lake St. | ||||
| Lincoln Square Chicago Farmers Market | City parking lot adjacent to Brown Line station | Visit | |||
| Loyola University Chicago Farmers Market | 6550 N. Sheridan Road. | 06/05/2017 to 10/16/2017 | Mon: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market | 413 N Milwaukee Ave | 05/30/2019 to 10/17/2019 | Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Morton Grove Farmers' Market | 6210 Dempster St. | 06/06/2015 to 10/17/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Mt. Prospect Farmers Market | Metro Station parking lot west lot | 06/08/2014 to 10/19/2014 | Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | ||
| Mundelein Farmers Market | 469 N. Seymour Avenue | 06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013 | Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Northbrook Farmers Market | Cherry Lane and Meadow Road | 06/22/2016 to 10/19/2016 | Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Palatine Farmers' Market | Smith and Wood Street | 05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Park Ridge Farmers Market | 19 Prairie | 05/23/2015 to 10/31/2015 | Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Port Clinton Square Farmers Market | 600 Central Ave. | ||||
| Ravinia Farmers Market | Dean Ave. (Between St. John's & Roger Williams Ave | 06/04/2014 to 10/29/2014 | Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Ridgeville Park District Farmers Market | 908 Seward St. | 06/04/2014 to 10/08/2014 | Wed: 3:30 AM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Rolling Meadows City Markets | 2720 Kirchoff Road | 05/26/2018 to 09/22/2018 | Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Uptown Chicago Farmers Market | 1145 W. Wilson (4600n-1145w) Truman College | ||||
| Village of Buffalo Grove Farmers Market | 971 McHenry Road | 06/12/2016 to 10/09/2016 | Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Village of Lake Bluff Farmers Market | Corner of E. Scranton Ave. & Sheridan Rd. | 06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013 | Fri: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Village of Skokie Farmers' Market | 5127 Oakton Street | 06/10/2018 to 11/04/2018 | Sun: 7:30 AM-12:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Waukegan Farmers Market | S Lewis Ave at Belvidere Rd | ||||
| West End Market | Church Street and Dodge Avenue | Visit | |||
| Wilmette French Market | Metra Lot 722, Green Bay Road | 04/23/2016 to 11/05/2016 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Wood Dale Farmer's Market | Wood Dale Rd. & Front St. | Visit |
Restaurants in Highwood
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Highwood
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Highwood
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Highwood
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Highwood
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Highwood
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Highwood
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Highwood
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Highwood
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Highwood
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Highwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alarmist Brewing | Brewery North Park | 4055 W Peterson Ave | Visit | |
| Aquanaut Brewing Company | Brewery Bowmanville | 5435 N Wolcott Ave | Visit | |
| Beatty Brewing | IL">Brewery | 4531 N Campbell Ave Chicago Il 60625 | ||
| Bosacki's Home Brew | Brewery | 610 E Hawley St | 2247785400 | Visit |
| Breakroom Brewery | Bars & Pubs, Brewery and Bar Albany Park | 2925 W Montrose Ave | 7735649534 | Visit |
| Brew Camp | Office Buildings & Parks, Hobby Shop Ravenswood, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Hobby Shop | 4639 N Damen Ave | (773) 784-2400, 7737842400 | Visit |
| Brew Camp Inc | Office Buildings & Parks, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 1826 W Wilson Ave | ||
| Brewers Bottlers & Beverage Equipment Company | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 7233 N Sheridan Rd | ||
| Connoisseur Encounters | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair | 1341 Barclay Blvd | ||
| Crossroads of Wooddale Tavern & Eatery | Pizza, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Caterers | 396 W Irving Pk Rd | 6309480795 | Visit |
| Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Co., Emmett S Tavern & Brewing Co | American Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Brewery, Food & Entertainment | 110 N Brockway St | 8473591533 | Visit |
| Empirical Brewery | Breweries, Brewery | 1801 W Foster Ave | 7736543104 | Visit |
| Fox and Hound | Bars, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, Sports Bar, Brewery, and Pub, Sports Bar | 910 W Dundee Rd | 8475909019, (847) 590-9019, 8472538545 | Visit |
| Frankly Yours Ii Inc | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair | 1580 E Algonquin Rd | ||
| Glunz Family Winery & Cellars | Wineries, Brewers | 888 E Belvidere Rd | 8475489463 | |
| Goose Island Brewery Restaurant | American Restaurant, Brewery, Bar, Brewery, and American Restaurant, Bar | Concourse L Terminal 3 | 7736866180 | Visit |
| Half Acre Brewery | Restaurant, Breweries, Wineries, Beer & Ale Retail | 4257 N Lincoln Ave | 7732484083 | Visit |
| Half Day Brewing | Brewery | 200 Village Grn | ||
| Hamburger Mary's / Andersonville Brewing | Brewery, Brewery, Bar, and Burger Joint Andersonville, Bar, Burger Joint, Brewery, Bar, and Burger J | 5402 N Clark St | (773) 784-6969, 7737846969 | Visit |
| King Crab Tavern & Seafood Grill | Beer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Crabs & Crab Houses, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 1419 Glenview Rd | 8477295434 | Visit |
| Koval Distillery | Distillers, Tours & Excursions, Brewers, Event Planning, Attractions, Distillery, Liquor Store, and | 5121 N Ravenswood Ave | 3128787988 | Visit |
| Lake Effect Brewing Co Llc | Breweries | 4727 W Montrose Ave C | ||
| Lake Effect Brewing Company | Food & Drink, Breweries | 4727 W Montrose Ave Suit C | 3129194473 | |
| Lakeshore Beverage | General Merchandise Wholesale, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors | 1401 E Algonquin Rd | ||
| Light The Lamp Brewery | Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries | 10 N Lake St | 8477528489 | |
| Lucrative Lucci's | IL">Brewery, IL>Brewery | 11261 W Leland Ave | ||
| Majestic Foods Inc | Food Stores, Grocery Stores, Breweries | 253 Commerce Dr | 8479842795 | |
| Mickey Finn's Brewery | Rock Club, Brewery, BBQ Joint | 345 N Milwaukee Ave | 8473626688 | Visit |
| Necta Sweet Inc | Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries | Po Box 3 | 8472159955 | |
| Nepal House | Food & Beverage Services, Food & Beverage Consultants, Caterers, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Service | 2601 W Devon Ave | ||
| Northshore Brewing Supply | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 1898 Sunset Rd | ||
| Old Post Office Brewing | Tourist Information & Attractions, Restaurants, Breweries | 667 Lexington Sq W | ||
| Only Child Brewing Company | Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery | 1350 Tri State Pkwy | 2246565241, (224) 656-5241 | Visit |
| Ram Restaurant & Brewery - Rosemont | Restaurants, Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 9520 W Higgins Rd | ||
| Smylie Brothers Brewing Company | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Brewery, Comfort Food Restaurant | 1615 Oak Ave | 2249997320 | Visit |
| Spiteful Brewing | Breweries | 1815 W Berteau Ave 15 | ||
| Tap House Grill | American Restaurant, Brewery, and Bar | 260 Green Bay Rd | 8477488695 | Visit |
| Temperance Beer Company | Brewery and Beer Garden | 2000 Dempster St | 8478641000 | Visit |
| Tighthead Brewing Company | Food & Drink, Breweries | 161 N Archer Ave | 8479709174 | |
| Union Valley Brewing | brewery | 5261 N Lawler | 7739914439 | |
| Whats Brewing Inc | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 335 W Northwest Hwy | ||
| Zumbier | Food & Drink, Breweries | 3232 Monroe Ave | 8474207313 |
Nursing Homes in Highwood
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APERION CARE HIGHWOOD 50 PLEASANT AVENUE |
For profit - Corporation | 104 | 77 | 4/5 | — | 2/5 | 2/5 | 8474329142 |
Pharmacies in Highwood
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| WALGREENS - 5543 | 320 WAUKEGAN AVENUE | 847-433-5138 |
Cell Towers in Highwood
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 210 Skokie Valley Rd. (IL12736-A) (53292) | MTOWER | 75 |
| 210 Skokie Valley Rd. (IL12736-A) (53292) | MTOWER | 75 |
| PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068) | LTOWER | 63 |
| PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068) | LTOWER | 63 |
| 45 E CENTER AVENUE (53219) | MTOWER | 50 |
| 45 E CENTER AVENUE (53219) | MTOWER | 50 |
| 546 FRONTAGE ROAD (280) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 546 FRONTAGE ROAD (280) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 12085 YORKHOUSE ROAD (491) | MTOWER | 33 |
| 12085 YORKHOUSE ROAD (491) | MTOWER | 33 |
| 12750 W CLEARVIEW (533) | MTOWER | 28 |
| 12750 W CLEARVIEW (533) | MTOWER | 28 |
Fire Stations in Highwood
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highwood Fire Department | 428 Green Bay RD | Mostly volunteer | 847-432-7622 |
Bridges in Highwood
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1968 | 85 | 9,450 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1929 | 302 | 2,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1929 | 222 | 2,500 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1972 | 155 | 1,400 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 181 | 1,050 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1913 | 80 | 475 | P | |
| Other | Steel | 1914 | 118 | 175 | F | |
| Other | Steel | 1914 | 61 | 175 | P |
Amtrak Stations in Highwood
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glenview, IL | 1116 Depot Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Highwood
4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ENERGY LLC | 6500 DUNDEE ROAD; SUITE 350 | CALHOUN |
| PQ LLC | 1945 DELANY RD | LAKE |
| QUEBECOR WORLD | 2000 ARTHUR AVENUE | COOK |
| SANTA ROSA ENERGY LLC | 650 DUNDEE ROAD | COOK |
Airports Near Highwood
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Midway International Airport | MDW | Large Airport |
| Chicago O'Hare International Airport | ORD | Large Airport |
| General Mitchell International Airport | MKE | Large Airport |
| Chicago Executive Airport | PWK | Medium Airport |
| Dupage Airport | DPA | Medium Airport |
| Gary/Chicago International Airport | GYY | Medium Airport |
| Kenosha Regional Airport | ENW | Medium Airport |
| Aero Estates Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aeroview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aurora Municipal Airport | AUZ | Small Airport |
| Barker Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Bingham Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Binzel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bolingbrook's Clow International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bristol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Brookeridge Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Burlington Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area | — | Small Airport |
| Camp Lake Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campbell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casa De Aero Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cindy Guntly Memorial Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Digger Dougs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Donald Alfred Gade Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dutch Gap Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| East Troy Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Edward Getzelman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fletcher Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying M Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fox River Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Funny Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galt Field | — | Small Airport |
| Grand Geneva Resort Airport | XES | Small Airport |
| Griffith-Merrillville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Herbert C. Maas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hobart Sky Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Horner Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hunter Airport | — | Small Airport |
| J Maddock Airport | — | Small Airport |
| John H Batten Airport | RAC | Small Airport |
| Joliet Regional Airport | JOT | Small Airport |
| Koppie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake Geneva Aire Estates Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lake in the Hills Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Landings Condominium Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lansing Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lewis University Airport | LOT | Small Airport |
| Midland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Naper Aero Club Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Highwood
10 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Police Department 16th District | 5151 North Milwaukee Avenue | |
| Chicago Police Department 17th District | 4650 North Pulaski Road | |
| Chicago Police Department 20th District | 5400 North Lincoln Avenue | |
| Chicago Police Department 24th District | 6464 North Clark Street | |
| Chicago Police Department O'Hare Station (ALES) | 1000 O'Hare Way | |
| Harwood Heights Police Department | 7300 West Wilson Avenue | |
| Itasca Police Department | 500 West Irving Park Road | |
| Lyola Campus Police | 1113 West Granville Avenue | |
| Rosemont Police Department | 9501 Devon Avenue | |
| Wood Dale Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Highwood
5 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Casey's General Store 6430 | Convenience Store | 1333 HALF DAY RD |
| Casey's General Store 6430 | Convenience Store | 1333 Half Day Rd |
| La Union Supermarket | Grocery Store | 485 Sheridan Rd |
| Lew's Mini Mart Citgo | Convenience Store | 104 Washington Ave |
| Walgreens 5543 | Other | 320 Waukegan Ave |
Treatment Centers in Highwood
56 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| A Safe Haven | Substance Abuse | 312-372-6707 x111 |
| Access Evanston Rogers Park Family Ctr | Substance Abuse | 773-764-7146 |
| Access Genesis Center for Health and - Empowerment | Substance Abuse | 847-298-3150 |
| Access Northwest Family Health Center | Substance Abuse | 847-342-1554 |
| Addictions Treatment Program | Substance Abuse | 847-377-8200 |
| Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Behavioral Health Services | Both | 847-723-6570 |
| Alexian Brothers - The Harbor | Substance Abuse | 847-782-8015 x3413 |
| Alexian Brothers/Foglia Family - Foundation Resid Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 847-981-5900 |
| Alternatives Inc | Both | 773-506-7474 |
| Arden Shore Child and Family Services | Substance Abuse | 847-623-1730 |
| Avance Inc | Substance Abuse | 773-293-1770 x0 |
| Behavioral Health Services for - Adults | Mental Health | 847-377-8180 |
| Behavioral Health Services for - Children and Adolescents | Both | 847-377-8950 |
| Captain James A Lovell Federal - Evanston CBOC | Both | 224-610-3886 |
| Center for Discovery - Glenview | Mental Health | 866-824-0109 |
| Chicago Behavioral Hospital | Both | 847-768-5329 |
| Chicago Department of Public Health - North River MHC | Mental Health | 312-744-1906 |
| Chicago Lakeshore Hospital | Mental Health | 773-878-9700 |
| Community Counseling Centers of - Chicago/Intensive Outpatient Services | Mental Health | 773-728-1000 |
| Community Counseling Ctrs of Chicago - C4 Clark/Adult and Children/Call Ctr | Mental Health | 773-769-0205 |
| Compass Health Center - Northbrook | Both | 877-552-6672 |
| Deerfield Behavioral Health - Behavioral Health | Mental Health | 847-400-8430 |
| Evanston Hospital - Department of Psychiatry | Substance Abuse | 847-570-2500 |
| Fam Institute at Northwestern Unive - Bette D Harris Family and Child Clinic | Mental Health | 847-733-4300 |
| Family Guidance Centers Inc | Substance Abuse | 847-827-7517 |
| Gateway Foundation | Substance Abuse | 630-966-7400 |
| Greater Family Health - Wheeling | Substance Abuse | 844-599-3700 |
| Hanul Family Alliance - AKA Korean American Senior Ctr | Substance Abuse | 847-439-5195 x208 |
| Kenneth Young Center - Elk Grove | Both | 847-524-8800 |
| Lake Behavioral Hospital | Both | 847-249-3900 |
| Lake County Group Home | Mental Health | 847-377-8686 |
| Lake County Health Dept/CHC - Womens Residential Services | Substance Abuse | 847-377-7950 |
| Lake County Substance Abuse Prog | Substance Abuse | 847-377-8120 |
| Latino Treatment Center - Chicago Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 773-465-1161 |
| Lawrence Hall | Mental Health | 773-769-3500 |
| LSSI - Kenmore Addiction Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 833-610-5774 |
| LSSI/MADO Healthcare - Buena Park | Substance Abuse | 833-610-5774 |
| Maine Township - MaineStay Youth and Family Services | Mental Health | 847-297-2510 |
| Maryville Acad/Des Plaines Campus | Substance Abuse | 847-294-1999 |
| Metropolitan Family Services - Evanston and Skokie Valley | Both | 847-425-7500 |
| Montrose Behavioral Health - Hospital for Children and Teens | Mental Health | 773-878-9700 |
| Montrose Behavioral Health Outpatient - Outpatient | Mental Health | 773-878-9700 |
| NICASA Bridgehouse | Substance Abuse | 847-662-4124 |
| Nicasa NFP - Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 847-244-4434 |
| Nicasa NFP - Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 847-433-1303 |
| OMNI Youth Services | Substance Abuse | 847-353-1500 |
| Peer Services at - Turning Point BHCC | Substance Abuse | 847-492-1778 |
| Renacer Latino Inc | Substance Abuse | 847-336-7302 |
| Renacer Latino Inc | Substance Abuse | 847-336-7302 |
| Saint Annes Home | Substance Abuse | 773-293-7130 |
| THOREK Hospital of Andersonville | Mental Health | 773-271-9040 |
| Thresholds - Dincin Center | Both | 773-572-5500 |
| Tikvah Center for Jewish Recovery | Substance Abuse | 847-226-7741 |
| Trilogy Inc | Both | 773-508-6100 |
| Turning Point - Behavioral Healthcare Center | Mental Health | 847-933-0051 |
| Vivia Health Rogers Park | Both | 847-972-1135 |
DOL Wage Violations in Highwood
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $30,449 in back wages owed to 18 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clucker's Charcoal | — | — | 60040 | — | 1 | $19,299 | $2,144 | 9 |
| La Union Supermarket | — | — | 60040 | — | 1 | $11,150 | $1,239 | 9 |
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What is the population of Highwood?
Highwood has a population of 5,243 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 7,282 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 53.1% male.
Is Highwood expensive to live in?
Highwood has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $101,862, 36% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $454,500 (61% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,800 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Highwood safe?
Highwood is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 38 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 657 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Highwood receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Highwood?
Highwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.
How is the job market in Highwood?
Highwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,751. There are 19,967 business establishments in the area, including 1,607 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 13.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Highwood?
The median home value in Highwood is $454,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $461,197. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,800. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 49.0%. The average annual property tax is $13,960.
How are the schools in Highwood?
Schools in Highwood score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 38.1% of adults in Highwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. 19.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Highwood?
The obesity rate in Highwood is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 23.6% are physically inactive. 18.5% of residents report depression. 15.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 98.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:940.
What is transportation like in Highwood?
The average commute in Highwood is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 62.9% of workers drive alone to work, 4.6% use public transit, and 13.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Highwood?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Highwood is 58.5% White, 2.5% Black or African American. 59.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 40.4% speak Spanish. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability. 86.2% have health insurance coverage.
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