The Barrington Hills Observer

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By Amanda Rahn | Chicago Parent

Choosing a place to raise a family can impact the way a child sees the world.

Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, also publishes a ranking of the best places to raise a family. See the rankings below to find out how towns in Cook County stack up.

These statistics were calculated based on public schools, crime rates, cost of living, and family-friendly amenities. Data for these categories come from the U.S. Census, FBI, BLS, CDC and other data sources. You can find the full methodology here.

Here are the top 10 best places to raise a family in Cook County, according to Niche:

1. Kenilworth
2. Inverness
3. Western Springs
4. Wilmette
5. Winnetka
6. Northbrook
7. South Barrington
8. Barrington Hills
9. La Grange Park
10. Glenview

Read more, including a brief description of each community,  here.