Highland Park, IL, is a lively North Shore suburb offering a rich cultural scene, excellent schools, and diverse real estate options. Home to the world-famous Ravinia Festival and a bustling downtown filled with shops and restaurants, Highland Park has something for everyone. Families love the area’s parks, beaches, and community events, while buyers appreciate the wide range of homes available—from charming mid-century ranches to luxury estates along the lake. Highland Park real estate attracts families, professionals, and retirees who want a balanced lifestyle with suburban convenience and cultural vibrancy. Its proximity to Chicago, strong schools, and welcoming neighborhoods make it a North Shore favorite.
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30,236 people live in Highland Park, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $96,964. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Highland Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Guys & Co, Barnes & Noble, and The Golf Practice.
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| Shopping | 1.38 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 2.29 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.95 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.27 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.7 miles | 26 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.8 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.3 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Highland Park has 11,765 households, with an average household size of 2.54. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Highland Park do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 30,236 people call Highland Park home. The population density is 2,387.07 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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