Conveniently located just 13 miles west of Chicago, Brookfield is often called the world's "most visited village" because so many visitors come to see the internationally known Brookfield Zoo.  It's not unusual to hear a call of the wild on a quiet morning in the village! Venturing into town is a much tamer experience, where visitors encounter friendly residents who are always eager to share their town with others.

Brookfield is a Tree City, USA, employing a full time certified arborist.  The Village Forestry Division also manages the tree care program. Highly rated schools in the village include District 95, the primary elementary school for Brookfield residents, as well as Districts 96, 102 and 103. Teens attend either Riverside-Brookfield High School in District 208, or Lyons Township in District 204.

What Makes Brookfield Unique?

Village Statistics:

• Population                            19,085
• Median family income      $ 64,050
• Median home value          $265,000
  
  
• The Burlington Northern Commuter Rail System has 3 stops in town, including the Zoo stop within walking distance to the zoo.  The fullservice train schedule to downtown Chicago gets you there within 25 minutes. Major expressways that are within a few minutes drive include the Stevenson (I-55), Eisenhower (I-290) and Tri-State Tollway (I-294), making travel in any direction convenient and easy.

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