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North Barrington, Illinois
Location of North Barrington in Lake County, Illinois.
Location of North Barrington in Lake County, Illinois.
Location of Illinois in the United States
Location of Illinois in the United States
Country United States
State Illinois
County Lake
Area
 • Total 4.98 sq mi (12.89 km2)
 • Land 4.72 sq mi (12.24 km2)
 • Water 0.25 sq mi (0.65 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 3,171
 • Density 671.11/sq mi (259.12/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP Code(s)
60010
Area code(s) 847
FIPS code 17-53455

North Barrington is a village located in Lake County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 3,171 people lived there. It is a small community known for its quiet neighborhoods.

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North Barrington is a village in Illinois. It is a great place to learn about how communities grow. Let's explore what makes this village special.

Where is North Barrington Located?

North Barrington is found in Lake County, Illinois. It is in the United States. The village covers an area of about 4.9 square miles (12.7 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.

What are the Neighborhoods Like?

North Barrington has several distinct neighborhoods. Some of the well-known ones include Biltmore, Oaksbury, and Wynstone. These areas make up the residential parts of the village.

Schools in the Village

Education is important in North Barrington. Most students attend North Barrington Elementary School. This is the only public school right inside the village.

After elementary school, students go to Barrington Middle School Station or Prairie Campus. Some students might also attend Roslyn Road Elementary School. All these schools prepare students for Barrington High School.

A small part of the village is also served by Seth Paine Elementary School. These students then attend Lake Zurich Middle School North and Lake Zurich High School.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in North Barrington has grown over the years. In 1960, there were only 282 residents. By 2020, the population had increased to 3,171 people. This shows how the village has developed over time.

Historical population
Census Pop.
1960 282
1970 1,411 400.4%
1980 1,475 4.5%
1990 1,787 21.2%
2000 2,918 63.3%
2010 3,047 4.4%
2020 3,171 4.1%
U.S. Decennial Census
2010 2020

The community is mostly made up of people who identify as White. However, the village is becoming more diverse. In 2020, about 6.3% of residents were Asian. Also, 3.4% identified as multiracial. About 3.6% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. This mix of backgrounds makes North Barrington a vibrant place.

People from North Barrington

Some interesting people have lived in North Barrington.

  • Peter DiFronzo (1933–2020) was a person known for his connections to organized crime.
  • Joe Walsh (born 1961) is a former politician. He was a U.S. Representative for Illinois. He also hosts a talk radio show.
  • Brent Sherman (born 1974) is a professional racing driver. He has competed in various car races.

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