Welcome To

West Loop

An ingrained creative vibe at the edges of downtown Chicago.

 

Welcome to West Loop

Luxe lofts, galleries, boutiques, and restaurants are still distinguished by West Loop’s industrial roots.
 
From a gritty, partially abandoned manufacturing corridor to a burgeoning neighborhood flush with must-visit spots for foodies, eclectic art galleries and shops, and numerous acres of redeveloped park space, West Loop is now one of the hottest downtown areas in which to settle down.
 

The Neighbors

A growing population of young professionals and families, restaurateurs, and some major tech industry players.
 
The famed restaurant and bar scene, close proximity to public transit and three major expressways, and downright cool, industrial atmosphere makes the West Loop a desirable location to live and work. Even innovative tech giants like Google, Twitter, and Uber have turned old warehouses into their new headquarters.
 

What to Expect

An ingrained creative vibe at the edges of downtown Chicago.
 
Time Magazine deemed it “the land of the living dead” in 1949, but the West Loop of today is very much alive. Art galleries and antique sources for collectors of all kinds, stylish shops for fashion-forward consumers, innovative restaurants and bars, and a thriving music and street fair scene regularly draw crowds.
 

The Lifestyle

Endless dining and bar options that will keep you up ‘til dawn.
 
A slew of openings centered around Randolph Street and Fulton Market make restaurant- and bar-hopping in untrodden territory a nightly possibility. You can go from taqueria to futuristic cocktail lounge, sushi bar to secret underground speakeasy, whole-animal butcher shop to wine tasting, burger bar to champagne salon—and the neighborhood’s evolution is far from finished.
 

Unexpected Appeal

A budding family-friendly atmosphere.
 
There’s a growing market for young families as more businesses (and young professionals) infiltrate the neighborhood. Townhomes and larger condo units can still be hard to come by as many are snapped up almost as quickly as new development blueprints can be drafted! But there are exceptional public and private education options along with a number of parks in the area.
 

The Market

Newly developed luxury condos and urban lofts with open layouts in remarkable, antiquated buildings.
 
Fresh condo buildings are cropping up along with the influx of newcomers, and prices have kept up with the change in population. Airy loft conversions feature newly-minted interiors with original exposed brick, high timber ceilings, and huge factory-sized windows within the bones of decades-old buildings.
 

You'll Fall in Love With

The city’s only year-round, indoor market and “Restaurant Row,” where you can try a new dining spot every night.
 
In addition to the loft-style living, residents savor trips to the Chicago French Market, which showcases local artisans and purveyors most days of the week, and the vibrant strip of Randolph Street dubbed “Restaurant Row,” which is lined with some of the city’s best eateries.



Overview for West Loop, IL

26,703 people live in West Loop, where the median age is 32 and the average individual income is $102,693. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,703

Total Population

32 years

Median Age

High

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

$102,693

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for West Loop, IL

Population Households Employment

West Loop has 15,741 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Loop do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 26,703 people call West Loop home. The population density is 41,464.115 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

26,703

Total Population

High

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

32

Median Age

51.71 / 48.29%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
15,741

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$102,693

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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

Schools in West Loop, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby West Loop. 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
Young Magnet High School
211 S Laflin St, Chicago, IL, 60607
PUBLIC
7th - 12th
5/5
Frances Xavier Warde School
120 S Desplaines St, Chicago, IL, 60661
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Montessori Academy Of Chicago
1335 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL, 60607
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Intercultural Montessori Language School
114 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL, 60607
PRIVATE
PreK - 6th
No rating available

Around West Loop, IL

There's plenty to do around West Loop, 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
84
Excellent Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Gilty Pig, Richard's Fabulous Finds, and Able Shoppe.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
The Gilty Pig Logo
Dining 2.73 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Richard's Fabulous Finds Logo
Shopping 2.75 miles 45 reviews 5/5 stars
Able Shoppe Logo
Shopping 3.36 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Gemini Shop Logo
Shopping 1.82 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Urbanity Dance Chicago Logo
Active 1.97 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Fly Club Logo
Active 2.6 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars

Browse Properties In The Area

216 S GREEN Street Unit: 1N

$1,399,000
216 S GREEN Street Unit: 1N, Chicago, IL 60607
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,000 Sq.Ft.
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