Wheeling

About Wheeling

The village of Wheeling is a vibrant suburb of Chicago and home to a steadily growing population. The village has a convenient public transit network, and it also boasts a dynamic entertainment and cultural scene, great schools, and strong businesses.

The History of Wheeling

First established in the 1830s, the village of Wheeling was incorporated in 1894. In the early years, it served as a midway point for visitors traveling from the Chicago area to Wisconsin and beyond. What was once a rustic trail is now Milwaukee Avenue, and the taverns and inns that thrived here over a century ago are now part of the village's Restaurant Row.

The community became popular with farmers because it provided rich, fertile soil and a growing transportation network that made it easy to transport goods. The community's economy grew through the export of local crops and became especially well-known for its thriving landscaping nurseries.

As the Chicago metropolitan area grew in the 1960s, Wheeling began to gain attention as a major player in commerce and industry. The presence of several local manufacturing plants drew the railroad to the village, which in turn brought new residents to Wheeling. Commercial growth followed soon after, and Wheeling continued to evolve into the thriving village it is today.

Jobs in Wheeling

Wheeling is a hotbed of activity, and the town center around the Wheeling Metra station is quickly becoming the center of the action. The village is home to numerous thriving businesses that include manufacturing companies, health care organizations and retail centers. Wheeling's major manufacturing employers include Chicago Manifold Products, Handi-Foil, Argon Medical and Suburban Surgical. Other major employers include Greek American Rehabilitation and Care, Target Corp. and the Chicago Executive Airport.

If you're going to be looking for a job after you arrive in Wheeling, you may want to start your search in the area's fastest-growing industries: professional and business services, trade and transportation, construction, education and health services.

Wheeling Schools

Elementary and middle school students living in Wheeling attend schools in either Community Consolidated School District 21 or Prospect Heights School District 23. Pre-kindergarten students can enroll in a number of programs in local child-care facilities and the Wheeling Park District. High school students attend one of the nearby schools in Township High School District 214. There are many private schools in town as well, including several parochial campuses.

National Louis University is the village's major post-secondary campus, providing plenty of program options for both undergrad and graduate degrees.

Resources for Moving to Wheeling

Here's some handy information for planning your move to Wheeling:

• Utilities: Constellation Energy supplies electricity to the village of Wheeling. The village is split into two water and sewer districts, both of which receive services and billing from the village utilities department.
• Garbage and Recycling: Waste Management collects trash, recyclables and yard waste on a regular basis.
• Transportation: Pace Bus and Metra commuter rail services provide easy transportation in and around Wheeling.
• Pets: All pets must be licensed with the village.
• Home Alarm Systems: A village ordinance requires that you obtain a permit if your home has an alarm system, or if you're planning to install one.
  

Wheeling Housing

When moving to Wheeling, you can explore a mix of single-family homes on leafy suburban streets and high-density housing in a friendly urban setting. From newly constructed homes to townhouses and condos to apartments, the village neatly integrates housing with retail and personal services. The median home price is fairly equal with national averages.