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Zip Codes for Evanston, IL: 60201, 60202, 60203, 60204, 60208, 60209

Evanston is the home of the Northwestern University. Evanston, with its lovely parks, expensive neighborhoods, luxury homes and proximity to downtown Chicago, is one of the most desired suburbs. The city is famous for its unique architecture and beautiful homes on the lake. In addition to Northwestern University, the highlights of the town include being the national center for Rotary International, National Lekotek Center, and Woman’s Christian Temperance Union.

Northwestern University was founded before the City itself. In 1855, Northwestern University opened its doors to higher Education. In 1857, the town of Evanston was found in honor of one of the founders of the University, John Evans. Today, Evanston is still thriving independently from Chicago. With many cultural outlets, thriving businesses and public lakefront recreation activities, Evanston continues to be an independent city within the Chicagoland.

As of the census of 2000, there are 74,239 people. The median income for a household in the city is $56,335, and the median income for a family is $78,886. The per capita income for the city is $33,645. Average single-family home price is $290,800.

Diverse transportation options, makes it a very popular suburb of Chicago. The CTA's Purple Line runs through Evanston. The stops are Howard, South Blvd, Main, Dempster, Davis, Foster, Noyes and Central. Metra runs through Evanston as well, with stations at Main Street, Davis Street and Central Street.

EVANSTON SCHOOL DISTRICTS:
Evanston/Skokie Consolidated School District 65
District 202 - Evanston Township High School

EVANSTON HIGHER EDUCATION:
Northwestern University
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
National Louis University
Seabury-Western Theological Seminary
Oakton Community College
North Suburban Higher Education Consortium

EVANSTON PRIVATE SCHOOLS:
Chicago Area Independent Schools
Baker Demonstration School
Chiaravalle Montessori School
The Community School
Midwest Montessori Children's House and Elementary School
Pope John XXIII School
Roycemore School
Saint Athanasius School
Shore School

EVANSTON UTILITIES:
Water, Sewer: Evanston Water Department - 847.866.2942
Electric Service: Commonwealth Edison - 800.334.7661
Telephone Service: SBC – 800.244.4444
Gas Service: Nicor – 1.888.642.6748
Garbage Service: Evanston Sanitation Division - 847.866.2940
Recyclable & Yard Wastes: Evanston Sanitation Division - 847.866.2940
Cable Service: Comcast – 866.372.4215