Located just 20 miles north of downtown Chicago, Glenview is a thriving village with excellent services, schools, parks and playgrounds, numerous options for shopping and dining, and close proximity to local expressways and commuter trains.
History of Glenview
Founded in 1899, Glenview has over 125 years of rich history from a once small farming community in the 1800’s to hosting the Naval Air Station until 1995. To help preserve our history, the Glenview History Center works to promote and save Glenview history for future generations. You can learn more about the history of Glenview via their website and plan a visit.
Glenview Today
The Village of Glenview had 350 residents when it was incorporated in 1899. Today, the population is almost 50,000. Located in Cook County, the Village's fine amenities and services, excellent schools, 34 parks and playgrounds covering more than 290 acres, numerous options for shopping and dining and proximity to local expressways and commuter trains have made it one of Chicago's premier suburbs -- a vibrant, thriving community that manages growth with success and style.
Every time residents shop local, 1.75% of the purchase stays in Glenview to fund public services, family friendly events, and more.
You can connect to some of the many resources in Glenview via their websites:
Glenview By The Numbers
Date of Incorporation: June 20, 1899
Area: 14 square miles
Population: 48,705
Households: 19,405
Average household size: 3.03
Median Age: 46.3
Per Capita Income: $78,412
Median Family Income: $138,758
Home Ownership Rate: 78.4 percent
Median Housing Value: $499,900
Public Schools within Village Limits:
- Elementary schools: 7
- Junior high schools: 2
- High school: 1
Living In Glenview
Moving to Glenview places you in a lively, family-friendly community. The Glenview Chamber of Commerce mails a welcome package to all new residents to acquaint them with the village's services and local businesses. We encourage all residents to sign up for the Chamber's weekly newsletter to stay up to date on local events and deals. You can sign up for the newsletter here.