Cost of Living in Lake County, IL

What does it cost to live in Lake County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$104,553

Median Rent

$1,382/mo

Median Home

$313,700

Affordability

362

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,586
Property Tax$716
Insurance$105

Total Monthly$2,407
% of Income27.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,382
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,407
% of Income15.9%

Living in Lake County, Illinois

Lake County has a median household income of $104,553 with housing costs that represent 27.6% of income for owners and 15.9% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.