Lincolnwood Illinois Map

About Lincolnwood, Illinois

Lincolnwood is a locality in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 13,112. The population density is 1890.5 people per km². Lincolnwood is located at 42.0045°N, 87.7301°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 60712.

Lincolnwood, a verdant expanse in Cook County, exhales a quiet, settled air under the broad Illinois sky. It lies 2.0 miles south of Skokie, IL (from Skokie, IL: bearing 175°T), and is situated 3.3 miles south-west of Evanston. Its landscape unfolds in gentle grades, a subtle topography that hints at the glacial past, where rolling lawns and mature trees create a suburban tapestry. The air here, especially after a summer rain, carries the clean scent of damp earth and chlorophyll, a refreshing balm against the hum of nearby urbanity. Streets, often lined with stately oaks and maples, form shaded corridors, and the occasional glint of sunlight on a well-tended garden suggests a community that cherishes its domestic peace. The character of Lincolnwood is one of understated elegance, a place where manicured spaces meet the wilder, though still domesticated, beauty of nature. The history of Lincolnwood is intertwined with the broader narrative of Chicago's growth, a story of gradual expansion and the desire for more spacious living. Originally part of agricultural land, its development accelerated in the 20th century, attracting families seeking respite from the city's density. The local economy, while not defined by a single, towering industry, thrives on its residential character and the businesses that serve its populace, from local grocers to professional services. Distinctive to Lincolnwood is its commitment to green spaces; the presence of parks and tree-lined avenues is not incidental but a deliberate cultivation that shapes the daily rhythm of its residents. This careful stewardship of the land imbues Lincolnwood with a sense of enduring tranquility, a place where the past whispers through the rustling leaves and the present unfolds with a gentle, consistent grace.

About This Lincolnwood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Lincolnwood, Illinois with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lincolnwood and Cook County.

Detailed location data for Lincolnwood includes the ZIP code (60712), telephone area code (630, 331), county seat of Cook County (Chicago), and school district assignment (Lincolnwood School District 74). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lincolnwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.