Economic Development

The Village of Barrington offers  a diverse and resilient economy, serving as regional hub for shopping, dining, entertainment, services and automobile sales. It is also a key cultural destination for the entire Barrington area. The Village is home to a unique mix of small local shops and service-providers, regional stores and restaurants, as well as several national and international businesses. With an abundance of available land and built space, strong areawide demographics, reliable transportation access, and leadership which supports and promotes the private sector, Barrington is the place to be for business! 

• 3,500,000 square feet of office and industrial/flex
• 1,800,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space
• Daytime population of over 13,400 employees
• 1000 businesses
• Highly educated residents and workforce
• Major area employers include Motor Werks of Barrington, Wickstrom Auto Group, Pepper Construction and the Barrington Community Unit School District 220