Evanston, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Cook County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Evanston based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
76,552
2023 ACS
Median Income
$95,766
2023
Median Home Value
$472,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,698
2023
Median Age
38.0
Unemployment
6.3%
Cost of Living Index
165.2
100 = national avg
Evanston is a city in Cook County, Illinois, with a population of 76,552 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Evanston is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Evanston is $95,766, and the median home value is $472,300. The cost of living index is 165.2 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,698 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, and the median age is 38.0 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
76,552
Male
37,210
48.6%
Female
39,342
51.4%
Median Age
38.0
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
46.5%
High School or Higher
53.5%
Foreign Born
16.5%
Veterans
2.2%
Married
36.7%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.571
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
60.9%
Foreign Born
16.5%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
12.3%
9,447 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
87.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
73,155
English Only
77.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,491 speakers
Limited English
4.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.2%
Limited English Proficiency
4.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,685
2.2% of population
Disability Rate
16.1%
271 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$58,281
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,381
82.0%
Female Veterans
304
18.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$58,281
Non-Veteran Income
$50,522
Difference
$7,759
15.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
271
Without Disability
1,414
Disability Rate
16.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
55,627
#1 Ancestry
German
13.9% (10,678)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
11.1% (8,533)
#3 Ancestry
English
9.6% (7,319)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
31,387
Family Households
16,587
52.8%
Married Couples
12,776
40.7%
Non-Family Households
14,800
47.2%
Single Mother Households
2,692
8.6%
Single Father Households
1,119
3.6%
Living Alone
11,597
36.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
12,716
In Married Couple
9,531
75.0%
With Single Mother
2,173
17.1%
With Single Father
1,012
8.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$152,559
Married Couple Income
$182,031
Single Mother Income
$67,333
Single Father Income
$92,697
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
860
Grandparents Responsible
239
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$95,766
+31% vs national
Per Capita Income
$65,988
+78% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.9%
-13% vs national
Gini Index
0.5462
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.3%
+22% vs national
SNAP Recipients
7.5%
of households
How Evanston Compares
Evanston vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Evanston is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Evanston, IL has a median household income of $95,766, making it the 5,517th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher median household income than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Evanston, IL has a per capita income of $65,988, making it the 1,948th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher per capita income than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Evanston, IL has a poverty rate of 11.9%, making it the 14,367th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher poverty rate than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Evanston, IL has a unemployment rate of 6.3%, making it the 8,521st highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher unemployment rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Evanston. The median household income here is $95,766.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
+13% vs IL avg
Labor Force
40,563
Employed
37,980
Mean Commute
21 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
46.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
53.5%
of adults 25+
Median Age
38.0
Work from Home
25.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$105.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
165.2
100 = national avg
+65.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$72,702
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$171,841
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The median household income in Evanston, IL is $95,766, which is 30.8% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $65,988. The poverty rate of 11.9% is lower than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5462, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.3%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 40,563. 46.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with 25.5% working from home. About 42.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 165.2, which is 65.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 232.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $72,702 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$476,000
Median List Price
$399,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Days on Market
56
Active Inventory
104
Months of Supply
2.7
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$452,257
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,366
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
28.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
43.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
39
New Listings
54
Pending Sales
53
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$301
Median List $/SF
$305
Evanston vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Evanston is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Evanston, IL has a median home value of $472,300, making it the 3,314th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher median home value than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Evanston, IL has a median rent of $1,698, making it the 2,959th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher median rent than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Evanston, IL has a price per square foot of $301, making it the 3,591st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher price per square foot than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Evanston, IL has a rent burden of 21.3%, making it the 7,108th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Evanston has a higher rent burden than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$472,300
Median Rent
$1,698
Total Housing Units
33,914
Vacancy Rate
7.5%
Owner Occupied
55.8%
Renter Occupied
44.2%
Median Property Tax
$8,953
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,185
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$8,953
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.90%
of home value
Median Home Value
$472,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$10,439
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($8,953) by the median home value ($472,300). In Evanston, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 1.90%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Evanston, IL is $476,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 56 days on the market. 28.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.7 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $301. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,366/month. About 55.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1952. There are 33,914 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $8,953. The effective tax rate is 1.90%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.42
per 1,000 residents
-46% vs national
Property Crime Rate
27.42
per 1,000 residents
+59% vs national
Total Crimes
2,139
2024
Violent Clearance
30%
cases solved
Property Clearance
8%
cases solved
YoY Change
-15.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Evanston Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Evanston vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Evanston is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Evanston police solve 39% of aggravated assault cases but only 1% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 23 | 0.31 | 13.0% |
| Robbery | Violent | 41 | 0.55 | 31.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 41 | 0.55 | 39.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 335 | 4.52 | 3.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,524 | 20.55 | 9.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 175 | 2.36 | 0.6% |
Evanston, IL reported 105 violent crimes and 2,034 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.42 per 1,000 residents is 45.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 30% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,524 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 22.0% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 105 | 2,034 | 1.42 | 27.42 |
| 2023 | 125 | 2,333 | 1.68 | 31.35 |
| 2022 | 128 | 1,861 | 1.68 | 24.40 |
| 2021 | 129 | 1,676 | 1.78 | 23.12 |
| 2020 | 149 | 1,569 | 2.03 | 21.39 |
| 2019 | 115 | 1,937 | 1.55 | 26.16 |
| 2018 | 140 | 1,702 | 1.87 | 22.76 |
| 2017 | 122 | 1,769 | 1.63 | 23.60 |
| 2016 | 130 | 1,671 | 1.72 | 22.07 |
| 2015 | 131 | 1,815 | 1.73 | 23.90 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
100.0
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
100.0
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
61.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
73.3
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
24
Public Assistance
$861.4M
Individual Assistance
$89.7M
Most Common Type
Flood
8 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 31 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
15,172
Total Claims Paid
$139,478,719
Avg Claim Payout
$9,193
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
44
Federal Funding
$55,464,319
Properties Protected
148
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.76
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 11 | $29,983,579 |
| 403.5: Floodwater Storage and Diversion | 3 | $2,766,138 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $353,793 |
| 701.2: Technical Assistance - Application Development/Review; 701.3: Technical Assistance - Salaries & Expenses | 2 | $44,820 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $7,117,920 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Evanston has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are winter weather, cold wave, tornado. The area has had 24 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (8 declarations). 15,172 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $861,372,861 in public assistance recovery funding. $89,676,445 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 44 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
26.3%
9.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
19.5%
4.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.6%
3.3pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
6.8%
3.8pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.3%
Arthritis
19.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
7.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.5%
Loneliness
33.1%
Lack of Support
23.3%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
22.4%
Mobility
9.1%
Cognitive
10.7%
Hearing
4.7%
Vision
3.6%
Self-Care
2.5%
Independent Living
6.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Evanston has an obesity rate of 26.3%, which is 9.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 19.5%, 4.0pp below the national average. About 6.8% of adults lack health insurance. 77.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.6 mi
Northshore University Healthsy...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital | 0.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital-Evanston | 1.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Swedish Hospital | 5.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital | 5.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospital Of Chicago | 5.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
74,486
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| EVANSTON | 74,486 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
74.6K MT
Top Emitter
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
74.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Northwestern University | Other | 74,623 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 74.6K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
21 min
-9% vs national
Drive Alone
42.0%
-47% vs national
Public Transit
13.0%
+1340% vs national
Work From Home
25.5%
+175% vs national
Carpool
4.1%
Walk / Bike
14.1%
combined
How Evanston's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
2
2023
1-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
2
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Evanston, IL is 21 minutes, which is 9.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 42.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 25.5% work from home, which is above the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 13.0% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 4.1% of workers carpool. 10.9% walk to work. 3.2% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 2 traffic fatalities from 2 fatal crashes. 2 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
92.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.6%
of households
No Internet
3.4%
of households
Total Households
31,387
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.2%
of households
Smartphone
94.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.0%
of households
Tablet
72.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.9¢
per kWh
-14% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-24% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Evanston vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
74,486
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVANSTON | Community | Surface water | 74,486 | 0 |
92.7% of households in Evanston have broadband internet access. 82.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 8.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.4% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 74,486 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Evanston is located in Cook County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Evanston.
Election Overview
Source: Cook County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
1,447,821
70.4%
GOP Votes
583,852
28.4%
Total Votes
2,056,800
Margin
D+42.0%
Shift from 2020
R+8.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,447,821 | 583,852 | 2,056,800 | 70.4% | 28.4% | D+42.0 |
| 2020 | 1,725,973 | 558,269 | 2,321,399 | 74.4% | 24.1% | D+50.3 |
| 2016 | 1,528,582 | 440,213 | 2,055,215 | 74.4% | 21.4% | D+53.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Cook County recorded 2,056,800 total votes. Democrats won the county with 70.4% of the vote compared to 28.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+42.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+8.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Cook County has shifted 11.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
615
Total Assets
$22.8B
Total Income
$7.9B
Per 10K Residents
80.3
nonprofits
+61.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
91
Median Assets
$323K
Oldest Active
1930
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $22.1B of $22.8B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Evanston
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY | Recreation & Sports | $19.2B | $6.5B | 1945 | |
| UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC | Public Benefit | $1.1B | $231.3M | 1955 | |
| MATHER FOUNDATION | Health Care | $807.6M | $134.2M | 2004 | |
| MATHER | Human Services | $230.0M | $56.1M | 2015 | |
| THE MATHER EVANSTON | Human Services | $206.6M | $33.7M | 2007 | |
| WESTMINSTER PLACE | Human Services | $185.2M | $64.3M | 1940 | |
| NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP CORPORATION | Education | $160.7M | $153.3M | 1957 | |
| MATHER INVESTMENTS NFP | Human Services | $80.7M | $74.4M | 2001 | |
| RUBICON INSURANCE COMPANY | Mutual Benefit | $45.8M | $16.2M | 1991 | |
| EVANSTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC | Philanthropy | $44.7M | $12.3M | 1987 | |
| SIGMA CHI FOUNDATION | Education | $42.6M | $14.6M | 1941 | |
| ENCOURAGE INC | — | $40.1M | $55.9M | 1987 | |
| YWCA EVANSTON NORTH SHORE | — | $33.5M | $8.6M | 1958 | |
| FAMILY INSTITUTE | — | $33.3M | $43.9M | 1970 | |
| ENDEAVOR HEALTH | Health Care | $26.4M | $109.6M | 2022 | |
| MATHER PLACE | — | $26.0M | $11.8M | 1992 | |
| SIGMA ALPHA EPSILON FOUNDATION | Education | $25.9M | $9.3M | 1930 | |
| RISK MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION | Health Care | $25.5M | $13.6M | 1990 | |
| CHIARAVALLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL | — | $21.8M | $10.4M | 1957 | |
| MCGAW YMCA | Human Services | $20.3M | $30.3M | 1946 | |
| CRADLE SOCIETY | — | $18.7M | $6.2M | 1938 | |
| CONNECTIONS FOR THE HOMELESS INC | Housing & Shelter | $16.5M | $14.1M | 1987 | |
| HOUSING OPTIONS FOR THE MENTALLY ILL IN EVANSTON INC | Mental Health | $15.9M | $7.2M | 1988 | |
| YOUNG FUTURE FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $15.6M | $16.0M | 2022 | |
| ROYCEMORE SCHOOL | Education | $14.8M | $8.1M | 1940 | |
| CRADLE FOUNDATION | Human Services | $13.8M | $4.7M | 2003 | |
| BEACON ACADEMY A MONTESSORI HIGH SCHOOL | Education | $13.4M | $7.9M | 2012 | |
| TWO BLADES FOUNDATION | Science & Tech | $13.3M | $10.0M | 2005 | |
| YOUTH & OPPORTUNITY UNITED INC | — | $11.5M | $4.3M | 1973 | |
| MUSIC INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO | Arts & Culture | $10.8M | $10.2M | 1957 | |
| SHAW FAM SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION TR | Philanthropy | $10.3M | $1.2M | 2004 | |
| OVER THE RAINBOW UNIT II | Housing & Shelter | $9.9M | $1.0M | 2013 | |
| INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR STEM CELL RESEARCH | Medical Research | $8.6M | $7.8M | 2003 | |
| EVANSTON HISTORY CENTER | Arts & Culture | $8.5M | $1.9M | 1945 | |
| EVANSTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 202 EDUC FOUNDATION | Education | $8.1M | $2.1M | 2008 | |
| KIRWAN APARTMENTS | Housing & Shelter | $8.0M | $274K | 2021 | |
| RICHARD AND MARGARET ROMANO CHARITABLE TR | Philanthropy | $6.8M | $5.4M | 2006 | |
| MUSTACCHI MANOR | Human Services | $6.4M | $316K | 2020 | |
| EVANSTON WILMETTE GOLF COURSE ASSOCIATION | — | $5.7M | $1.9M | 1988 | |
| HOWARD AND URSULA DUBIN FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $5.6M | $684K | 1997 | |
| EVANSTON ART CENTER AND MARKET | Arts & Culture | $5.5M | $2.0M | 1949 | |
| LEWIS-SEBRING FAMILY FOUNDATION | Crime & Legal | $5.2M | $2.1M | 1998 | |
| ASPIRITECH NFP | Human Services | $5.1M | $5.4M | 2008 | |
| LUDHIANA CHRISTIAN MEDICAL COLLEGE BOARD U S A INC | International | $4.9M | $2.2M | 1957 | |
| NEW HORIZON FOUNDATION | — | $4.9M | $555K | 1986 | |
| OVER THE RAINBOW ARBORETUM WEST APARTMENTS | Housing & Shelter | $4.8M | $279K | 2022 | |
| OVER THE RAINBOW ASSOCIATION | — | $4.7M | $1.8M | 1975 | |
| ANAM FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $4.6M | $2.7M | 2012 | |
| TRUE NORTH TREKS | Human Services | $4.2M | $230K | 2009 | |
| IRVING M & SYLVIA FOOTLIK FOUNDATION | — | $3.6M | $1.0M | 1969 |
Evanston, IL has 615 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $22.8B. The most common category is Arts, Culture & Humanities, with 95 organizations. 91 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 80.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1930.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
475
Total Approved
$136.2M
Jobs Supported
3,715
Per 10K Residents
62.0
SBA loans
-0.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
85
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
110 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
432
Total Amount
$120.2M
Avg Loan
$278,130
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$87.7M(73%)
Jobs Supported
3,280
Loans
43
Total Amount
$16.0M
Avg Loan
$372,186
Median Loan
$258,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
87
18% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$44.1M
32% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$506,372
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zihuatanejo Holdings Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Tenex Holding Co. | 1 | $5.0M |
| The Pneu Fast Company | 3 | $4.8M |
| Umbrellas on the Beach Inc. | 2 | $4.5M |
| Carter Investments Inc. | 2 | $4.5M |
| Pure Investments | 2 | $4.1M |
| Vogue Fabrics Inc | 2 | $2.5M |
| Lemoi Hardware Inc. | 2 | $2.2M |
| Zihuatanejo Holdings Llc | 1 | $2.0M |
| Station Two Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
Evanston, IL has received 475 SBA loans totaling $136.2M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 432 loans (91% of the total), supporting 3,280 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 43 loans totaling $16.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Evanston is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 110 loans. That works out to 62.0 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
38
Total Population
1,549,884
Avg Median Income
-$17,428,807
Avg Home Value
-$17,027,839
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60022 | 8,415 | $250,001 | $1,345,200 | $2,097 | 3.8 |
| 60025 | 40,877 | $119,639 | $512,400 | $1,705 | 10.5 |
| 60026 | 14,499 | $157,712 | $663,100 | $1,983 | 4.1 |
| 60029 | 548 | $238,098 | $957,600 | N/A | 0.5 |
| 60043 | 2,543 | $250,001 | $1,409,800 | $3,501 | 0.6 |
| 60053 | 24,687 | $106,078 | $377,000 | $2,210 | 5.1 |
| 60062 | 41,667 | $142,759 | $625,800 | $1,921 | 18.9 |
| 60068 | 39,227 | $138,201 | $539,700 | $1,511 | 7.3 |
| 60076 | 32,973 | $103,870 | $381,000 | $1,576 | 5.1 |
| 60077 | 28,651 | $80,765 | $327,400 | $1,450 | 4.2 |
| 60091 | 27,369 | $190,250 | $800,100 | $1,968 | 5.3 |
| 60093 | 20,156 | $230,777 | $1,073,700 | $1,840 | 8.4 |
| 60201 | 43,555 | $92,101 | $577,800 | $1,792 | 4.5 |
| 60202 | 32,818 | $101,087 | $381,300 | $1,612 | 3.1 |
| 60203 | 4,733 | $162,208 | $469,400 | $1,852 | 0.7 |
| 60208 | 179 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 60613 | 51,334 | $91,351 | $397,800 | $1,616 | 2.3 |
| 60614 | 70,444 | $139,561 | $730,700 | $2,019 | 3.2 |
| 60618 | 91,896 | $101,558 | $538,300 | $1,534 | 5.0 |
| 60622 | 53,696 | $124,852 | $622,900 | $1,932 | 2.5 |
| 60625 | 78,467 | $85,299 | $396,700 | $1,455 | 3.8 |
| 60626 | 50,027 | $57,452 | $269,000 | $1,265 | 1.7 |
| 60630 | 54,242 | $97,134 | $362,900 | $1,357 | 4.7 |
| 60631 | 30,308 | $117,688 | $431,400 | $1,604 | 3.8 |
| 60634 | 74,418 | $84,997 | $333,900 | $1,271 | 7.1 |
| 60639 | 84,505 | $59,710 | $289,000 | $1,212 | 5.0 |
| 60640 | 66,884 | $71,030 | $363,300 | $1,374 | 2.4 |
| 60641 | 67,400 | $81,649 | $373,200 | $1,249 | 4.0 |
| 60645 | 46,856 | $77,126 | $308,200 | $1,424 | 2.2 |
| 60646 | 28,499 | $111,115 | $493,600 | $1,241 | 4.4 |
| 60647 | 85,589 | $102,851 | $557,300 | $1,714 | 4.0 |
| 60656 | 28,726 | $88,000 | $344,400 | $1,388 | 3.2 |
| 60657 | 71,268 | $109,025 | $534,500 | $1,839 | 2.2 |
| 60659 | 42,008 | $70,033 | $358,800 | $1,391 | 2.4 |
| 60660 | 42,750 | $66,206 | $287,500 | $1,286 | 1.3 |
| 60706 | 24,028 | $85,000 | $347,600 | $1,242 | 3.1 |
| 60712 | 13,179 | $107,950 | $475,400 | $3,501 | 2.7 |
| 60714 | 30,463 | $78,868 | $351,100 | $1,247 | 6.3 |
Evanston, IL has 38 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,549,884. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$17,428,807. The average median home value is -$17,027,839. The average median monthly rent is -$35,086,109.
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