Glencoe, Illinois
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| Glencoe, Illinois | |
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| Name | Glencoe |
| Settlement type | Village |
| Pushpin label | Glencoe |
| Coordinates | 42, 8, 6, N... |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name1 | Illinois |
| Subdivision name2 | Cook |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | 1869 |
| Government type | Council–manager |
| Leader title | Village President |
| Leader name | Howard R. J. Roin |
| Area total km2 | 9.50 |
| Area total sq mi | 3.67 |
| Area land km2 | 9.50 |
| Area land sq mi | 3.67 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Elevation ft | 696 |
| Population as of | 2020 |
| Population total | 8962 |
| Population density km2 | 943.4 |
| Population density sq mi | 2443.0 |
| Timezone | CST |
| Utc offset | -6 |
| Timezone DST | CDT |
| Utc offset DST | -5 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code(s) |
| Postal code | 60022 |
| Area code | 847 |
| Blank name | FIPS code |
| Blank info | 17-29738 |
| Blank1 name | GNIS feature ID |
| Blank1 info | 2398919 |
| Website | www.villageofglencoe.org |
Glencoe, Illinois is an affluent village situated along the scenic Lake Michigan shoreline in Cook County. Incorporated in 1869, it is one of the prestigious North Shore suburbs of Chicago, known for its meticulously planned landscape, significant architectural heritage, and high quality of life. The village is governed under a council–manager system and is renowned for its extensive park system, top-ranked public schools, and the historic Chicago Botanic Garden located partially within its borders.
History
The area was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi people before European settlement accelerated following the 1833 Treaty of Chicago. The community was formally established by pioneers from New York who named it after the Glen Coe valley in Scotland. A pivotal figure in its early development was Dr. Alexander Hammond, whose 1865 subdivision plan emphasized curvilinear streets and generous parkland, a progressive vision influenced by the ideals of Frederick Law Olmsted. The arrival of the Chicago and North Western Railway in the 1850s cemented its role as a commuter suburb. Throughout the 20th century, it became a haven for prominent architects, including David Adler and Howard Van Doren Shaw, who designed numerous estates, while also being the site of the transformative Skokie Lagoons project by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 3.67 square miles, all of it land. It is bordered by Lake Michigan to the east, Winnetka to the south, Northbrook to the west, and Highland Park to the north. A significant portion of its eastern edge consists of forested bluffs and beaches, including the popular Glencoe Beach. The landscape is characterized by rolling terrain, with the Skokie River flowing through the western side, adjacent to the expansive grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden, which is managed by the Cook County Forest Preserve District.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, the population was 8,962. The village is notable for its high socioeconomic indicators, with a median household income significantly above state and national averages. The racial makeup is predominantly White, with growing communities of Asian and Hispanic residents. A large proportion of the adult population holds advanced degrees from institutions like Northwestern University and the University of Chicago. Housing consists primarily of single-family homes, many of which are considered significant works of architecture, contributing to its status as one of the wealthiest communities in the Midwestern United States.
Education
Public education is served by the highly ranked Glencoe School District 35, which operates Central and West elementary schools and Glencoe Middle School. Secondary students attend New Trier High School, a perennial top performer in Illinois whose alumni include Rock Hudson and Charlton Heston. The village is also home to the Glencoe Public Library, an award-winning institution, and the North Shore Country Day School, a prestigious private JK–12 academy. The Kohl Children's Museum was originally founded here before relocating to Glenview.
Notable people
The village has been home to numerous influential figures across various fields. In business and philanthropy, residents have included John G. Shedd, president of Marshall Field's and benefactor of the Shedd Aquarium, and Robert R. McCormick, longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. Literary figures include novelist and screenwriter Scott Turow and author Sandra Cisneros. In entertainment and the arts, notable residents have been actor and comedian Jack Benny, television host Oprah Winfrey, and architect Bruce Goff. Sports personalities include Major League Baseball executive Theo Epstein and National Football League quarterback Tommy Kramer.
Category:Villages in Illinois Category:Villages in Cook County, Illinois Category:Chicago metropolitan area