Round Lake Heights, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,585 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$504 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,129 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lake County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 21
Feb 2 9 26
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 2 2 39
Dec 2 10 26

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, IL State Senate District 31, IL State House District 62, IL
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Schools

Round Lake Middle School
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Indian Hill Elem School
<1 miles, E • 1 star
Raymond Ellis Elem School
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Round Lake Beach Elem School
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

College of Lake County
5 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Advocate Condell Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

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