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List of critical infrastructure operators in Chicago

Tamtam tracks 59 critical infrastructure operators headquartered in Chicago. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by United Airlines, CommonSpirit Health and Northern Trust. Their median headcount is 1,716. Half of them were founded in 1940 or later.

馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago59 companiesUpdated Oct 24, 2026
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1
United Airlinesunited.com

Leading airline with over 90,000 employees focused on customer service, sustainability, and teamwork, currently hiring 15,000 new team members in 2023

Airlines and Aviation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 75,520 1926
2
CommonSpirit Healthcommonspirit.careers

Building a healthier future for all through integrated health services, delivering patient encounters via clinics, care sites, hospitals, home-based services, and virtual care.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 48,074 n/a
3
Northern Trustnortherntrust.com

Global provider of innovative wealth management, asset servicing, and investment solutions for institutions, families, and individuals through diverse technology and financial expertise.

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 30,965 1889
4
Health Care Service Corporationhcsc.com

Provides health coverage for employers, individuals, and families, including Medicare and Medicaid plans, plus related health care products and services.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 21,090 1936
5
Exelonexeloncorp.com

A leading utility company providing reliable and affordable energy to over 10 million customers in urban areas across multiple states, with a commitment to sustainability and community support

Utilities 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 20,291 n/a
6
Northwestern Medicinenm.org

Academic medical center combining research, teaching, and patient care with a large workforce across numerous regional locations and top-ranked hospitals.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 16,181 n/a
7
Rush University Medical Centerrush.edu

Academic medical center with hospital, health center, university offering medical, nursing education, research, residency programs, and community outreach services.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 12,484 n/a
8
BMO U.S.bmo.com

Providing personalized banking solutions through extensive branch network and dedicated team to support customers at every financial life stage.

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 11,608 n/a
9
UChicago Medicineuchicagomedicine.org

Provides superior, compassionate healthcare, advancing medical innovation, serving community health needs, and furthering knowledge through an academic medical institution and regional network.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 7,940 1927
10
Northwestern Memorial Hospitalnmh.org

A collaboration between healthcare and university partners, Northwestern Medicine aims to transform healthcare through research, teaching, and patient care excellence

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 7,371 n/a
11
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicagoluriechildrens.org

Largest pediatric healthcare provider in the region, teaching partner of Northwestern University, nationally ranked in all pediatric specialties.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 7,202 n/a
12
Kemperkemper.com

Specialized insurer offering affordable personalized insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses through Auto and Life brands, serving over 49 million policies

Insurance 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 7,027 1990
13
Chicago Transit Authoritytransitchicago.com

Provides affordable and quality transit services connecting people, jobs, and communities across Chicago and 35 surrounding suburbs daily.

Urban Transit Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 6,500 1947
14
UScellularuscellular.com

A leading wireless carrier empowering employees to make a positive impact on customers and communities, with a focus on career advancement and a supportive culture

Telecommunications 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 6,067 n/a
15
AMITA Healthadventhealth.com

Leading healthcare network in Illinois with 19 hospitals, 230+ outpatient sites, and a large provider network offering excellent care close to home

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 5,689 n/a
16
ComEdcomed.com

The company provides electricity to over 4 million customers in northern Illinois, focusing on safety, reliability, innovation, and customer empowerment

Utilities 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 5,359 n/a
17
Bank of the Westbmo.com

Bank of the West, now part of the BMO Family, offers banking products and services through BMO Harris Bank NA Member FDIC

Business Consulting and Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 4,892 1817
18
CME Groupcmegroup.com

Global derivatives marketplace offering benchmark products across asset classes through electronic trading platforms and central counterparty clearing services for diverse financial risk management.

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 4,781 n/a
19
Presence Healthpresencehealth.org

A healthcare system in Illinois with 19 hospitals and over 230 sites, providing care to 43 million residents in the Chicagoland area

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 4,089 2011
20
UI Healthhospital.uillinois.edu

This academic health enterprise in Illinois offers comprehensive care, education, and research to promote health equity and train healthcare leaders

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 2,813 n/a
21
The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC)theocc.com

World's largest equity derivatives clearing organization providing central counterparty settlement services for options, futures, and securities lending transactions to multiple trading platforms.

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 2,620 1973
22
Invenergyinvenergy.com

Global innovators developing sustainable energy solutions through wind, solar, natural gas power generation, and advanced energy storage facilities Join us in building a greener future

Electric Power Generation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 2,480 2001
23
Shirley Ryan AbilityLabsralab.org

Specializes in treating severe physical disabilities through integrated clinical care and research, improving recovery for complex conditions.

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 2,124 1954
24
Cook County Healthcookcountyhealth.org

Cook County Health provides comprehensive medical services for over 500,000 people annually in Chicago and suburban Cook County, regardless of ability to pay

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 2,094 1835
25
CIBC USus.cibc.com

This company provides a range of banking services including commercial & personal banking, wealth management, and small business financial solutions They are an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,910 n/a
26
Swedish Hospitalswedishcovenant.org

Endeavor Health is a unified healthcare system providing personalized patient experiences and world-class care through collaboration between multiple hospitals

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,862 n/a
27
Sinai Chicagosinaichicago.org

Committed to improving the health of diverse communities in Chicago, offering a range of inpatient/outpatient services, research programs, and social services

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,851 1919
28
Cook County Sheriff鈥檚 Officecookcountysheriffil.gov

A multi-faceted law enforcement agency in Cook County, Illinois, providing pre-detention facilities, court security, police services, and specialized units to residents

Law Enforcement 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,834 n/a
29
Cboe Global Marketscboe.com

A leading exchange network offering solutions for global derivatives, foreign exchange, digital assets, and securities trading, creating inclusive markets for all investors

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,729 1973
30
Metra Commuter Railmetra.com

A team connecting community members to important people and places through a reliable rail system spanning northeastern Illinois

Rail Transportation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,716 1984
31
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicagochicagofed.org

Support economic growth and financial stability across the Seventh Federal Reserve District, including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin.

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,651 1914
32
Chicago Fire Departmentchicago.gov

This company is the largest fire department in the Midwest, providing fire safety, emergency care, and extinguishing fires while promoting public education and prevention initiatives

Public Safety 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,392 n/a
33
United Ground Expressunitedgroundexpress.com

Providing a variety of airport operations services such as customer assistance, ramp service, and cabin appearance to multiple airlines across the United States

Airlines and Aviation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,378 2015
34
The Federal Savings Bankthefederalsavingsbank.com

Privately held veteran owned bank providing customized mortgage lending solutions across all fifty states through advanced technology and personalized one-to-one customer care.

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,328 2012
35
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Centeradvocatehealth.com

A Chicago-based 408-bed hospital offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical services, including trauma care and neonatal intensive care

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,237 n/a
36
MB Financial Bank53.com

This financial institution offers superior banking services as Fifth Third Bank Experience banking that is a step above the rest

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,148 1911
37
Byline Bankbylinebank.com

A long-standing resident of Chicago, this company offers innovative banking products and services dedicated to helping clients succeed They prioritize transparency, personalization, and keeping promises

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,074 1914
38
Resurrection Health Carepresencehealth.org

A Catholic health system in Illinois with 12 hospitals, 27 long-term care facilities, physician offices, home care, hospice, and behavioral health services

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 1,033 n/a
39
Access Community Health Networkachn.net

A large network of federally-qualified health centers in Chicagoland area providing patient-centered, preventive, and primary care services to over 170,000 patients annually

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 936 1993
40
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicagomwrd.org

Treating wastewater and managing stormwater to protect public health and the environment for Chicago and 128 suburban communities.

Utilities 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 906 1889
41
First Midwest Bankoldnational.com

A merged bank holding company with $46 billion in assets, ranking among the top 35 in the US, maintaining a community banking heritage

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 898 1940
42
Alliant Credit Unionalliantcreditunion.org

Innovative and fully digital financial institution disrupting the banking industry, prioritizing members and digital equity with exceptional customer service

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 837 1935
43
GN Bankgnbank.net

Community-focused savings and loan association empowering Black residents with access to mortgage loans and quality housing for educational and employment opportunities

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 781 1934
44
Mercy Hospital & Medical Centertrinity-health.org

A leading Chicago hospital offering world-class medicine with compassion and excellence, including award-winning heart & vascular care and comprehensive health services

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 738 1852
45
Peoples Gaspeoplesgasdelivery.com

A company delivering safe, reliable natural gas to Chicago residents and businesses, prioritizing customer needs and community involvement

Utilities 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 735 1855
46
Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicagofhlbc.com

Partner with members in Illinois and Wisconsin to provide competitively priced funding, investment returns, and community support activities.

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 661 1932
47
Erie Family Health Centerseriefamilyhealth.org

Providing high quality and affordable healthcare services to promote wellness and support healthier individuals, families, and communities

Hospitals and Health Care 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 608 1957
48
Northern Trust Asset Servicingnortherntrust.com

Global provider of asset servicing and related services for large and complex organizations, offering personalized guidance, technology solutions, and expertise worldwide

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 570 1889
49
HDI Global Insurance Companyhdi.global

A commercial property and casualty insurer providing insurance solutions to global clients, offering commercial insurance programs for US corporations

Insurance 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 186 1903
50
Reactivatereactivate.com

A mission-driven renewable energy company developing, owning, and operating projects in low-to-moderate income communities, focusing on community solar, storage, and EV charging

Renewable Energy Power Generation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 79 2022
51
Hecate Energy LLChecateenergy.com

A leading developer and operator of renewable power projects and storage solutions in North America and select international markets, specializing in clean energy

Renewable Energy Power Generation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 66 2012
52
ENGIE Distributed Renewablesengiedistributedrenewables.com

A market leader in commercial and industrial solar development, offering portfolio-wide solar solutions for cost savings, price stability, and carbon reduction opportunities

Renewables & Environment 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 44 2008
53
New Generation Powernewgenpower.com

Global renewable energy company focused on acquiring, developing, and operating diverse clean energy projects worldwide to meet rising demand with efficient technologies

Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 40 2009
54
Freight Exchange - A Pure Companyredwoodlogistics.com

An asset-based truckload carrier with regional fleets, cross-border expertise, and logistics services as part of a larger transportation family company

Truck Transportation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 39 n/a
55
The Grane Companiesgograne.com

A family-owned transportation and logistics provider with core values, offering asset-based and non-asset solutions, personalized service, and extensive industry experience

Truck Transportation 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 38 1925
56
Covenant Bankcovenant-bank.com

A financial institution providing various banking services and financial products to individuals and businesses

Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 26 n/a
57
Metropolitan Capital Investment Bancmetcapib.com

A universal bank offering private banking, wealth advisory, commercial banking, and investment banking services tailored to high net worth individuals and entrepreneurs

Investment Banking 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 11 n/a
58
MC Squared Energy Services, LLCmc2energyservices.com

A certified retail electric service provider with over 60 years of industry experience, helping businesses and individuals manage risk with competitive electric supply products

Oil and Gas 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 8 2008
59
BCAT Logisticsbcatcorp.com

An asset-based 3PL company offering truckload, drayage, and expedited shipments with a focus on providing competitive prices and dependable service

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage 馃嚭馃嚫 Chicago 8 2019

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Oct 24, 2026.

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