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Advertise with Hinsdale Magazine Group
Reach Affluent Local Readers
Hinsdale Magazine Group connects your business with highly engaged, high-income households through beautifully produced community magazines that are read, shared, and kept. Our advertising works because it builds familiarity over time — placing your brand in a trusted, uncluttered environment where readers are paying attention.
Why Advertise with Us
Credibility you can't scroll past
Print remains one of the most trusted advertising formats, especially for local services and professional brands. Our readers rely on our magazines to discover businesses they feel confident supporting.
A highly targeted audience
Each issue is mailed directly to homes in Hinsdale, Oak Brook, and the highest-income carrier routes in Downers Grove and Elmhurst, reaching households with significant purchasing power.
Time spent, not time skipped
Readers spend an average of 40+ minutes with each issue. Ads aren't glanced at once and forgotten; they're seen repeatedly over weeks.
A balanced editorial environment
Our magazines maintain an approximately 50/50 editorial-to-advertising ratio, creating a clean, premium reading experience where ads stand out rather than compete for attention.
Display Advertising
Display ads are the foundation of our advertising program and can run in any issue throughout the year. Available in multiple sizes and placements, display advertising is ideal for businesses focused on long-term brand awareness, recognition, and credibility within the community. Our in-house team can assist with ad design, ensuring your message aligns with the production standards of our magazines.
Rate Card
All rates cover placement across all 4 community magazines — Hinsdale, Downers Grove, Elmhurst & Oak Brook — reaching 46,000 mailed households per issue.
Standard Ad Formats
| Format | Trim Size | Rate (all 4 zones) |
|---|---|---|
| Full Page | 8.375" × 10.875" | $6,000 |
| 2/3 Page Vertical | 4.5" × 10.875" | $4,800 |
| 1/2 Page Horizontal | 8.375" × 5.25" | $3,600 |
| 1/2 Page Vertical | 4.0" × 10.875" | $3,600 |
| 1/3 Page | 4.0" × 5.25" | $3,200 |
| 1/4 Page | 4.0" × 5.25" | $2,400 |
Premium Positions
Premium positions are available as all-4-zone packages or as single-zone add-ons to an existing standard placement.
| Position | Rate |
|---|---|
| Back Cover — All 4 Zones | $10,000 |
| Back Cover — Single Zone Add-On | $2,500per zone |
| Far Forward (pp. 3–11) — All 4 Zones | $14,000 |
| Far Forward — Single Zone Add-On | $2,000per zone |
Creative Services
Our in-house team can handle design, photography, and copywriting so your ad meets our production standards and resonates with our audience.
When Ads Run
Hinsdale Magazine Group publishes six times per year:
While display and select branded features can run in any issue, Noteworthy advertising is an annual program with placement limited to specific calendar months.
Annual Partnership Packages
For businesses looking to maintain a consistent presence, our Annual Partnership Packages offer added value and flexibility. Annual packages allow you to:
These packages are ideal for businesses that want to stay top of mind year-round. Annual advertising partners also gain access to a suite of additional services designed to extend your presence beyond our magazine pages.
Branded & Advertorial Opportunities
In addition to display advertising, Hinsdale Magazine Group offers editorial-style advertising options that allow businesses and professionals to tell a deeper story and build credibility with readers.
Founders
Origin stories focused on the people behind local businesses
Glimpse
Behind-the-scenes looks at what makes a business distinctive
Explore additional advertising features tailored for:
Get Started
Advertising with Hinsdale Magazine Group is straightforward and collaborative. To discuss options, request information, or reserve space, contact us at:
We work with advertisers to identify the most effective combination of display and branded content to help them reach their goals. We would love to work with you.