River North

The neighborhood is packed with shopping, entertainment and nightlife, including some of the city’s trendiest clubs and favorite hangouts.

Welcome to River North

If River North had a motto, it would be “Build it and they will come.” First came the art galleries and restaurants, then hip, urban homebuyers followed. Stretching from the Chicago River to Chicago Avenue, west of the Magnificent Mile, the old loft district has found its groove. Dozens of residential developments in recent years give buyers a lot of choices, from classic timber lofts and upscale row homes to contemporary high-rises. Development has also pushed west of the Chicago River into an area dubbed River West, which includes a number of new condominium buildings. Chicago's biggest office building, the Merchandise Mart, anchors the southern edge of the neighborhood along the revitalized Chicago River and the new pedestrian Riverwalk that includes restaurants and park seating along with kayak and boat rentals. Residents have convenient access to several bus lines as well as the CTA Red and Brown lines. Home to many of Chicago's premier eateries with famed chefs, River North is where you will find the finest steakhouses and just about every type of cuisine. The neighborhood is packed with shopping, entertainment and nightlife, including some of the city’s trendiest clubs and favorite hangouts.

Overview for River North, IL

39,347 people live in River North, where the median age is 33 and the average individual income is $110,377.87. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

39,347

Total Population

33 years

Median Age

High

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

$110,377.87

Average individual Income

Around River North, IL

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

97
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
85
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Lucy's Delights Bakery, Loro Piana - Chicago, and cityHUNT.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 0.66 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.88 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.04 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.57 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.89 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for River North, IL

River North has 24,248 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in River North do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 39,347 people call River North home. The population density is 29,339.68 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

39,347

Total Population

High

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

33

Median Age

49.64 / 50.36%

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
24,248

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$110,377.87

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in River North, IL

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby River North. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Frances Xavier Warde School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available

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