West Town

West Town has become one of the most trendy districts in the city.

Welcome to West Town

Dynamic art scene with a suburban feel

Chicago is made up of unique pockets of cultures and communities. Once home to immigrants, West Town has become one of the most trendy districts in the city. The global traditions provided by the residents who built its culture live on, evolving into creative art scenes of all mediums, from food to music to film to other forms of local artisans.

Consisting of Bucktown, Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, and Logan Square, this district never has a dull moment. Residents are always eager to participate in the funky atmosphere that makes West Town a go-to spot for those keen to experience thriving local businesses like nowhere else in the city.

What to Love

Active local culture
Chicago Avenue is perfect for bar-hopping
Milwaukee Avenue
Wicker Park/Bucktown
The trendy boutiques founded by contemporary artisans
The district’s lively music scene

Local Lifestyle

Ask any resident of West Town if they love their community, and the answer would be a resounding yes. It is an inside joke with Chicagoans that defining the borders of West Town is more of a concept than a strict grid. Each neighborhood flows into one another, creating an organic energy that builds a dedicated community. Yet, for many, this is what they love about West Town.

Its community of artisans places Wicker Park and Bucktown at the forefront of emerging trends, including grassroots movements in art, music, and cuisine. There is always something exciting going on here, whether you feel like a concert at Subterranean, drinks on a rooftop bar, or bargain-hunting in the Six Corners area.

West Town has the perfect merging of urban and suburban. Residents can walk from their West Loop offices to the brownstone walk-ups, single-family homes, or condominiums they call home. The friendly residents are always eager to introduce you to a new bar or cafe and invite you to one of the many festivals in the area.

Dining, Shopping, & Entertainment

A melting pot of creatives will provide some of the best spots for food, boutiques, and bars. Where else could residents access one-of-a-kind shops like Asrai Garden, where locals can buy flowers and craft soaps? Asrai Garden creates stunning fresh flower arrangements. You will find fine jewelry, accessories, and apothecary items in the store. Fjällräven, the Swedish backpack that took the internet by storm, has a store in West Town.

Shops like P45 and Scotch & Soda are stocked with stylish apparel for residents to browse through, and Neighborly is the perfect place to source mid-century modern furniture. Another beloved local spot is Myopic Books, which sells second-hand books and hosts poetry readings and literary events.

Things to Do

Craftsmanship is celebrated in the majority of West Town attractions. Pockets of nature in the cityscape become art galleries like The 606, with sculptures dotting hiking trails weaving through West Town. Far from the only art festival, "Around the Coyote" festival is for filmmakers, sculptors, photographers, painters, writers, musicians, and other multimedia artists to debut their work every year.

Renegade Craft was made to collect creatives from every season and skill set to sell their work and build a community of like-minded individuals. Wicker Park Music Fest is another popular festival that puts the art first, prioritizing music appreciation and creating a pure environment for those eager to enjoy musicians and songwriting.

Schools

West Town proudly claims some of the best schools in Chicago. Some examples are:

Demographics and Employment Data for West Town, IL

Population Households Employment

West Town has 14,376 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Town do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 30,663 people call West Town home. The population density is 21,177.524 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

30,663

Total Population

High

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

34

Median Age

51.08 / 48.92%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

14,376

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$70,641

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Around West Town, IL

There's plenty to do around West Town, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

98

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

94

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score

72

Excellent Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Las kecas del boulevard, Kurt Gippert Bookseller, and Union Handmade.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Las kecas del boulevard page on Yelp Search 2411 S California Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.77 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kurt Gippert Bookseller page on Yelp Search 2898 N Milwaukee Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	3.66 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Union Handmade page on Yelp Search 3860 N Lincoln Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	3.86 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the In Motion Physical Therapy page on Yelp Search 2731 N Lincoln Ave on Google Maps	Active	2.42 miles	31 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Skip & Scoot page on Yelp	Active	1.56 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mind Body Defense page on Yelp Search 4143 N Broadway St on Google Maps	Active	4.27 miles	26 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Franklin Street Boxing Club page on Yelp Search 162 N Franklin St on Google Maps	Active	1.7 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Soul Path Studio page on Yelp Search 1038 N Damen Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.71 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Active Evolution, Inc. page on Yelp Search 820 N Orleans St on Google Maps	Active	1.35 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Buzzed by Zea page on Yelp Search 3707 N Halsted St on Google Maps	Nightlife	3.71 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Better You Spas page on Yelp Search 1030 N Clark St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.72 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stillness Holistic spa page on Yelp Search 3300 N Lincoln Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	3.1 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Wild Wind Tattoo page on Yelp Search 1452 N Western Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.42 miles	48 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the 3rd Coast Salon page on Yelp Search 223 W Erie St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Debonair page on Yelp Search 1117 N Dearborn St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.84 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Apothecary page on Yelp Search 1833 W Irving Park on Google Maps	Beauty	3.98 miles	49 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lashes By Amanda page on Yelp Search 1050 N State on Google Maps	Beauty	1.86 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mafia Hairdresser page on Yelp Search 100 E Walton St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.04 miles	16 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Body-Evolution-Massage page on Yelp Search 134 N La Salle St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.83 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Opulence Chicago page on Yelp Search 630 W Lake St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.31 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Defined page on Yelp Search 2623 N Clark St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.55 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Isaac Crawford Salon page on Yelp Search 1130 W Diversey Pkwy on Google Maps	Beauty	2.5 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Pin Curls page on Yelp Search 1425 N Milwaukee Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.88 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars