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Suburb
Chicago
Lake Forest
#4 in Best Places to Retire in Illinois
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of Chicago, IL
  • 59 reviews
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    Lake Forest Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    19,219
    Unemployment Rate
    2.8%
    Poverty Rate
    2.6%
    Non-Citizens
    3.7%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
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    Lake Forest Demographics

    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      41%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      38%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      13%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      7%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      1%
      13%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      84%
    • Asian
      8%
    • Hispanic
      4%
    • African American
      2%
    • Two or more races
      2%
    • Other race
      0%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      51%
    • Male
      49%
    Age
    • <10 years
      9%
    • 10-17 years
      14%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      5%
    • 35-44 years
      9%
    • 45-54 years
      16%
    • 55-64 years
      15%
    • 65+ years
      23%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $167,404
    National
    $55,322
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      8%
    • $25-$44k
      8%
    • $45-$74k
      10%
    • $75-$149k
      19%
    • $150k+
      55%
    Median Individual Income
    $54,557
    National
    $27,419
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      26%
    • $15-$34k
      15%
    • $35-$64k
      13%
    • $65k+
      46%

    Community

    Poll
    80%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community.5 responses
    Poll
    33%
    of people say LGBT is not supported in the community.3 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 3 responses
    • Get involved in the community
      67%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      33%
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