Port Barrington, IL is a small village located in the northwestern suburbs of Chicago. With a population of 1,686 people and a population density of 1,333 people per square mile, it is an ideal location for those looking to escape the hectic city life while still being close enough to enjoy all the amenities that come with living in a big city. It is home to many local businesses such as Port Barrington Marina, Port Barrington Brewery & Taproom, and Port Barrington Carriage House. Year round outdoor activities include swimming at Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Garden beach or kayaking on the Fox River and fishing at Cayuga Lake. There are also several organizations such as The Greater Port Barrington Area civic center and The Restart Project which provides educational programs and workshops about renewable energy sources. Local sporting events include Paddlefest on the Fox River and basketball tournaments at Liberty Square Park.
The population in Port Barrington is 1,686. There are 1,518 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Port Barrington is 40.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Port Barrington is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Port Barrington
- 56.3% are married
- 7.0% are divorced
- 51.7% are married with children
- 6.1% have children, but are single
Race in Port Barrington
- 88.0% are White
- 1.1% are Black
- 4.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 6.4% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander