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Beach Park, IL

Illinois · Kenosha County · Kenosha Metro

Beach Park is a small city in Illinois with a population of 13,988. Residents earn $83,069 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
13,988 Population 1,976/sq mi density
$83,069 Median Income $30,697 per capita
$223,600 Home Value $288,322 Zillow
$1,235 Median Rent 33.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
699 Violent Crime/100K 3,360 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,069 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$223,600 home value, $1,235/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
699 violent crimes/100K (84% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $83,069
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $223,600
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 699/100K
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,235
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

How Beach Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,988
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,976/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,069
Per Capita$30,697
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$10,428M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$223,600
Rent$1,235
Ownership84.3%
Zillow$288,322
Housing Units4,896
Rent Burden33.4%

Crime

F
Violent699/100K
Property3,360/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured15.6%
Smoking13.4%
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Beach Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beach Park receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Beach Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beach Park is $83,069, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beach Park is $223,600, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 699 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,360 per 100,000, 71% above the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Beach Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beach Park has a population of 13,988 with a density of 1,976 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (50.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 12.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 55% of residents, while 45% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,988
Total Population
1,976
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Beach Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 55.0%
30% below US avg
Spanish 45.0%
236% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Beach Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beach Park is $83,069, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,697 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,123, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,341 business establishments, including 399 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 10.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Beach Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,069
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,697
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$74,990
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,341
County GDP$10,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants399
Healthcare437
Retail486
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,451
84% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Beach Park is $223,600, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,322, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,235 (6% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,896 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $6,451 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,600
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$288,322
Median List Price$319,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$319,949
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,235
6% above US avg
Rent Burden33.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.3%
Owner-Occupied84.3%
Renter-Occupied15.7%
Housing Units4,896
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,451
84% above US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Beach Park, 37.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 32.1% have high blood pressure. 13.4% are current smokers. 15.8% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 18.8% report depression. 16.5% experience frequent mental distress. 15.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,033. The dentist ratio is 1:1,422. 95.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5
9.5
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
14.1
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
89.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.6
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
170.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Beach Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured15.6%
81% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,033
Dentists1:1,422
Mental Health1:566
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death7,666/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities437
Beach Park has a violent crime rate of 699 per 100,000 residents, 84% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,360 per 100,000, 71% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Beach Park receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Beach Park vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent699.1/100K
84% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,359.9/100K
71% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents327
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Beach Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density1,976/sq mi
Coordinates42.4423°N, 87.8754°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyKenosha County County
Nearest AirportKenosha Regional (ENW)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.3"
7% below US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0489 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)5.0 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.20 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score85.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability23.7 / 100
Community Resilience97.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 138 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 74 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 72 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 112 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 49 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

407 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 100 fatalities, 2,087 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 93 km 29
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 72 km 1
Jun 13, 1976 EF4 87 km 2
Sep 28, 1972 EF4 18 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 86 km 33
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 46 km 1
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 89 km 24
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 48 km 6
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 82 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 79 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 39 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 98 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 99 km 0
Jul 19, 1963 EF3 34 km 0
Nov 22, 2010 EF2 91 km 0
Jul 22, 2010 EF2 54 km 0
Jun 21, 2010 EF2 70 km 0
May 18, 1997 EF2 15 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF2 4 km 0
Sep 28, 1986 EF2 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1954 MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN) Avalanche 3.0 m 7 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: IBSP SOUTH F1 RX (690 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 IBSP SOUTH F1 RX 690 6 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
July 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Wettest
September 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.2 in

Beach Park has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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Beach Park is located in Kenosha County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 52.5% of the vote, a 6.3-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 437 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents327
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,976/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi
CountyKenosha County County

Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Avg Download Speed136.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed12.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities437
Restaurants399
Retail Stores486

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home10.4%
Average costs for common services in Beach Park. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,269
Toddler$1,120
Preschool$1,120
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$953
Toddler$866
Preschool$866
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kenosha County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,736 1,064 $58,489 0.91
Transportation & Warehousing 9,678 182 $49,674 3.08
Manufacturing 9,553 208 $72,502 1.56
Retail Trade 8,718 488 $36,587 1.17
Accommodation & Food Services 6,455 376 $21,148 0.96
Administrative & Waste Services 4,810 202 $40,215 1.10
Management of Companies 2,738 45 $190,476 2.19
Construction 2,212 350 $69,329 0.57
Other Services 1,668 280 $37,041 0.75
Professional & Technical Services 1,373 338 $78,009 0.27
Arts & Entertainment 1,102 56 $22,068 0.88
Educational Services 972 40 $45,203 0.63
Finance & Insurance 845 168 $83,566 0.28
Real Estate 572 141 $54,944 0.50
Information & Technology 173 36 $76,575 0.12

Schools in Beach Park

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Beach Park Middle School Middle 730 46 15.9:1
Howe Elementary School Elementary 398 26 15.3:1
Kenneth Murphy School Elementary 361 24 15.0:1
Oak Crest School Elementary 282 26 10.8:1
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Radio Stations near Beach Park

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CHIRP Radio (WCXP-LP) independent radio, indie rock MP3 128 kbps
WDCB Jazz jazz MP3 128 kbps
WRMN 1410 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
WLUW 88.7 FM, Chicago Sound Alliance independent radio, student radio AAC+ 64 kbps
WMXM 88.9FM MP3 128 kbps
V100.7 urban contemporary AAC

National Parks Near Beach Park

25 national parks and monuments found near Beach Park.

ParkTypeFee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park State Park Free
Allen Valley Siata State Park Free
Aztalan State Park State Park Free
Big Foot Beach State Park State Park Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail State Park Free
Calumet Park State Park Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park State Park Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr State Park Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access State Park Free
Hank Aaron State Trail State Park Free
Harbor Park Promenade State Park Free
Ice Age Trail - Se State Park Free
Indiana Dunes National Park National Park $20
Indiana Dunes State Park State Park Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata State Park Free
Lake Park Expansion State Park Free
Lakeshore State Park State Park Free
Morraine Hills State Park State Park Free
Ottawa Siata State Park Free
Presidential Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area State Park Free
Silver Springs State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free

Museums in Beach Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
H.F. JOHNSON GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM$120,149,472
FEET FIRST EXHIBITGENERAL MUSEUM8475788417$108,498,726
DEERPATH STUDENT GALLERYART MUSEUM$107,956,191
SONNENSCHEIN & ALBRIGHT GALLERIESART MUSEUM$107,956,191
KENOSHA PUBLIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2626534140$765,446
ELAWA FARM FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM1401 MIDDLEFORK DRIVE8472341966$410,010
KENOSHA MILITARY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2626527000$343,067
RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8473957020$343,067
LAKE FOREST-LAKE BLUFF HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8472345253$227,127
KENOSHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION220 51ST PL2626545770$220,273
DEER PATH ART LEAGUEART MUSEUM8472343743$154,436
SHORE LINE INTERURBAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$133,670
LAKE BLUFF HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM127 E SCRANTON AVE8474821571$38,548
BUSY BRAINS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM130 CEDAR AVENUE2243811239$27,382
LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION817 MAIN ST8473957337$24,232
GREAT LAKES NAVAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 8863078476883154$21,471
CHIWAUKEE PRAIRIE PRESERVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION812 -56TH STREET2626547307$15,445
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE FORT HILL COUNTRYHISTORIC PRESERVATION601 EAST NOEL DRIVE8475660650$3,126
DINOSAUR DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2626534450
ELA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION95 E MAIN ST8474382086
FINE ARTS GALLERYART MUSEUM
FOUNDATION GALLERYART MUSEUM
GRAYSLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION164 HAWLEY STREET8472237663
HIGHWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8476829039
HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JCC CHICAGO/JCC GAROON GATEWAY TO SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM23280 NORTH OLD MCHENRY ROAD
KENOSHA GARDEN RAILROAD SOCIETYARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
KENOSHA STREETCAR SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8479683400
LAKE COUNTY FARM HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE FOREST TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE VILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION223 LAKE AVENUE8472658266
LAKE ZURICH AREA VETERANS MONUMENT FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIBERTYVILLE MUNDELEIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION413 N MILWAUKEE AVE8473622330
LONG GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION348 OLD MCHENRY RD8476346155
MARYTOWN/ST. MAXMILLIAN KOLBE SHRINEGENERAL MUSEUM8473677800
MATHIS GALLERYART MUSEUM
NEWPORT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8476230939
PLATEN PRESS PRINTING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3051 SHERIDAN ROAD
PLEASANT PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2629256718
PRAIRIE GRASS NATURE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8477409823
PRINGLE NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9800 COUNTY HIGHWAY M B2628578008
ROBERT T. WRIGHT COMMUNITY GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM8475432000
VLIET MUSEUM OF LAKE BLUFFGENERAL MUSEUM8474821571
WARBIRD HERITAGE FOUNDATIONNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM3000 CORPORATE DR8472448701
WAUKEGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1917 NORTH SHERIDAN ROAD8473361859
WAUKEGAN HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM1917 NORTH SHERIDAN ROAD8473361859
ZION GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2400 GABRIEL AVE8478724680
ZION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477463806

Libraries in Beach Park

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WAUKEGAN PUBLIC LIBRARY128 NORTH COUNTY STREET0.0615,556
KENOSHA PUBLIC LIBRARY812 56TH ST.0.0606,311
COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE0.0578,397
WARREN-NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT224 NORTH O'PLAINE ROAD0.0468,521
LAKE FOREST LIBRARY360 EAST DEERPATH ROAD0.0465,032
ELA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT275 MOHAWK TRAIL0.0362,498
FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1170 NORTH MIDLOTHIAN ROAD0.0357,000
VERNON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT300 OLDE HALF DAY ROAD0.0327,147
LAKE VILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1001 EAST GRAND AVENUE0.0300,000
GRAYSLAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT100 LIBRARY LANE0.0224,723
ZION-BENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT2400 GABRIEL AVENUE0.0196,981
ROUND LAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT906 HART ROAD0.0180,643
ANTIOCH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT757 MAIN STREET0.0175,652
COMMUNITY LIBRARY24615 89TH ST.0.085,848
LAKE BLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY123 EAST SCRANTON AVENUE0.078,344
HIGHWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY102 HIGHWOOD AVENUE0.053,124
GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY1215 MAIN ST.0.046,072
NORTH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY2100 ARGONNE DRIVE0.042,753

Farmers Markets in Beach Park

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Antioch's Farmers Market900 Skidmore DriveThu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Bristol Farmers Market83rd StreetJune to OctoberWed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;Visit
City of Lake Forest Farmers Market691 N. WesternSat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
City of Zion's Farmers MarketShiloh Blvd and Sheridan Rd06/19/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 11:00 AM-7:00 PM;Visit
Dakotah's Indoor Farmers Market631 N. Midlothian11/08/2014 to 03/28/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Yes
Grayslake Farmers MarketCenter and Whitney Streets06/03/2015 to 09/23/2015Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Gurnee Farmers MarketGrand Ave. & Kilbourne Rd.
Hawthorn Woods Farmers MarketQuentin and Old McHenry Roads06/13/2014 to 10/03/2014Fri: 4:30 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Kenosha Farmers Market - Baker ParkBaker Park
Kenosha Farmers Market - Columbus ParkColumbus Park
Kenosha Farmers Market - Lincoln ParkLincoln Park
Kenosha Farmers Market - Union ParkUnion Park
Kenosha HarborMarket2nd Avenue between 54th and 56th Streets05/14/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Kenosha Winter HarborMarket 514 - 56th Street10/22/2016 to 05/06/2017Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Lake Zurich Area Farmers Market 200 S. Rand RdVisit
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market413 N Milwaukee Ave05/30/2019 to 10/17/2019Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Mundelein Farmers Market469 N. Seymour Avenue06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Village of Lake Bluff Farmers MarketCorner of E. Scranton Ave. & Sheridan Rd.06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013Fri: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Waukegan Farmers MarketS Lewis Ave at Belvidere Rd

Hotels in Beach Park

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Travelodge Waukegan Gurnee

Restaurants in Beach Park

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jen G's Pizza and Pub
Social Pub

Gas Stations in Beach Park

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Sarai
Citgo
Citgo
Marathon
Marathon
Mobil
Phillips 66
Speedway

Banks in Beach Park

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broadview Bank
Consumer's Cooperative Credit Union
Great Lakes Credit Union

Golf Courses in Beach Park

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greenshire Golf Course
Thunderhawk Golf Club

Breweries in Beach Park

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bosacki's Home BrewBrewery610 E Hawley St2247785400Visit
Glunz Family Winery & CellarsWineries, Brewers888 E Belvidere Rd8475489463
Half Day BrewingBrewery200 Village Grn
Legends Bar & RestaurantTake Out Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Family Style Restaurants, Rest3013 60th St2626713191
Light The Lamp BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries10 N Lake St8477528489
Lucrative Lucci'sIL">Brewery, IL>Brewery11261 W Leland Ave
Majestic Foods IncFood Stores, Grocery Stores, Breweries253 Commerce Dr8479842795
Mickey Finn's BreweryRock Club, Brewery, BBQ Joint345 N Milwaukee Ave8473626688Visit
Necta Sweet IncFlavoring Extract Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, BreweriesPo Box 38472159955
Old Post Office BrewingTourist Information & Attractions, Restaurants, Breweries667 Lexington Sq W
Only Child Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries, Brewery1350 Tri State Pkwy2246565241, (224) 656-5241Visit
Public Craft Brewing Co.Bars, Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Nightlife, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores, Brewery, Pub, and 716 58th St2626522739, 8884488731Visit
Rustic Road BreweryBrewery510 56th St2623207623Visit
Tap House GrillAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, and Bar260 Green Bay Rd8477488695Visit
Tighthead Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries161 N Archer Ave8479709174
ZumbierFood & Drink, Breweries3232 Monroe Ave8474207313

Pharmacies in Beach Park

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
WALGREENS - 2137 39023 NORTH GREEN BAY ROAD 847-599-2447

Cell Towers in Beach Park

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1271 224th Ave (18915)GTOWER102
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)LTOWER63
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)LTOWER63
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
505 22ND AVENUE (576)MTOWER60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
WEST 21ST STREETTOWER51
45 E CENTER AVENUE (53219)MTOWER50
45 E CENTER AVENUE (53219)MTOWER50
16105 BURLINGTON ROAD (67243)MTOWER49
9951 TERWALL TERRACE (101312)MTOWER47
5720 TAYLOR AVENUE HIGHWAY X (66350)MTOWER47
1613 Washington Avenue (100330)MTOWER47
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)MTOWER42
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)MTOWER42
1815 BIRCH ROAD (67246)MTOWER41
8730 22ND AVENUE (100058)MTOWER40
12085 YORKHOUSE ROAD (491)MTOWER33
12085 YORKHOUSE ROAD (491)MTOWER33
6203 28TH AVENUE (598)MTOWER32
12750 W CLEARVIEW (533)MTOWER28
12750 W CLEARVIEW (533)MTOWER28

Fire Stations in Beach Park

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Beach Park Fire Department3233 N Lewis AVEMostly volunteer847-662-2642

Superfund Sites Near Beach Park

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
BADGER GENERATING COMPANY, LLC9101 88TH AVE.KENOSHA
PARIS GENERATING STATION335 N 172ND AVEKENOSHA
PARIS GENERATING STATION335 N 172ND AVEKENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT8000 95TH STKENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT8000 95TH STKENOSHA
PQ LLC1945 DELANY RDLAKE
ZION ENERGY CENTER5701 NINTH STREETLAKE

Airports Near Beach Park

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago Midway International AirportMDWLarge Airport
Chicago O'Hare International AirportORDLarge Airport
General Mitchell International AirportMKELarge Airport
Chicago Executive AirportPWKMedium Airport
Dupage AirportDPAMedium Airport
Kenosha Regional AirportENWMedium Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aerogrange AirportSmall Airport
Aeroview AirportSmall Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted AirportSmall Airport
Aurora Municipal AirportAUZSmall Airport
Barker StripSmall Airport
Bingham AirportSmall Airport
Binzel AirportSmall Airport
Bolingbrook's Clow International AirportSmall Airport
Bristol AirportSmall Airport
Brookeridge Air ParkSmall Airport
Burlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Camp Lake AirportSmall Airport
Campbell AirportSmall Airport
Capitol Drive AirportSmall Airport
Casa De Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Digger Dougs AirportSmall Airport
Donald Alfred Gade AirportSmall Airport
Dutch Gap AirstripSmall Airport
East Troy Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Edward Getzelman AirportSmall Airport
Emerick AirportSmall Airport
Faken AirportSmall Airport
Ferris FieldSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport
Flying Fox AirportSmall Airport
Flying Q Farm AirportSmall Airport
Fox River AirportSmall Airport
Funny Farm AirportSmall Airport
Galt FieldSmall Airport
Gord AirportSmall Airport
Grand Geneva Resort AirportXESSmall Airport
Heitman Field AirportSmall Airport
Herbert C. Maas AirportSmall Airport
Hilbert AirportSmall Airport
Horner Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hunter AirportSmall Airport
J Maddock AirportSmall Airport
John H Batten AirportRACSmall Airport
Kirkpatrick AirportSmall Airport
Koppie AirportSmall Airport
Lake Geneva Aire Estates AirportSmall Airport
Lake in the Hills AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Beach Park

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Sheriff's Dept Offices

Grocery Stores in Beach Park

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Anna's Marketplace & Car Wash ZionConvenience Store4551 Route 173
Beach Park MobilConvenience Store39119 N Lewis Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 17013Other38921 N Green Bay Rd
Dollar Tree 4039Other3250 N Lewis Ave
DOLLARTREE 10605Other4580 IL Route 173
Handy Spot Liquor IncConvenience Store38975 N Lewis Ave
Jewel Food Store 1424Supermarket3124 N Lewis Ave
La MexicanitaSupermarket1818 W York House Rd
Speedway 4440Convenience Store38980 N Green Bay Rd
Target Store 1070Super Store3050 N Lewis Ave
Wadsworth Gas & Food IncConvenience Store39039 N Lewis Ave
Walgreens 2137Other39023 N Green Bay Rd
Waukegan Citgo Gas StationConvenience Store3201 N Lewis Ave

Treatment Centers in Beach Park

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addictions Treatment ProgramSubstance Abuse847-377-8200
Alexian Brothers - The HarborSubstance Abuse847-782-8015 x3413
Arden Shore Child and Family ServicesSubstance Abuse847-623-1730
Behavioral Health Services for - AdultsMental Health847-377-8180
Behavioral Health Services for - Children and AdolescentsBoth847-377-8950
Captain James A Lovell FHCC - Kenosha CBOCBoth224-610-5834
Lake Behavioral HospitalBoth847-249-3900
Lake County Group HomeMental Health847-377-8686
Lake County Health Dept/CHC - Womens Residential ServicesSubstance Abuse847-377-7950
Lake County Substance Abuse ProgSubstance Abuse847-377-8120
NICASA BridgehouseSubstance Abuse847-662-4124
Nicasa NFP - Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse847-244-4434
Oakwood Clinical Associates LtdBoth262-652-9830
Oakwood Clinical Associates LtdBoth262-652-9830
Renacer Latino IncSubstance Abuse847-336-7302
Vivent HealthMental Health262-657-6444

Churches & Religious Organizations in Beach Park

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BIBLICAL BAPTIST CHURCH OF WAUKEGAN39236 N GREEN BAY RD
CHURCH MANANTIAL DE VIDA INC38569 N SHERIDAN RD LOT 520
FAMENAL-WAUKEGAN NFP38301 IMPERIAL LN
FAMILY LIFE OUTREACH CENTER CHURCH INC38644 N CEDAR AVE
GRACE OF JESUS CHRIST UNIVERSAL CHURCH39370 CASTLEFORD LN
JOURNEY CHURCH12085 W YORK HOUSE RD
LOVE & GRACE WORSHIP CENTER INC39083 N OGDEN LN
TISE FOUNDATION NFP39642 N WARREN LN
WAUKEGAN HISPANIC IL FOURSQUARE CHURCH38569 N SHERIDAN RD LOT 520

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beach Park

What is the population of Beach Park?

Beach Park has a population of 13,988 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,976 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Beach Park expensive to live in?

Beach Park has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $83,069, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $223,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Beach Park safe?

Public safety is a concern in Beach Park, with a violent crime rate of 699 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,360 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Beach Park receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Beach Park?

Beach Park has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Beach Park?

The unemployment rate in Beach Park is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,123. There are 4,341 business establishments in the area, including 399 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 10.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Beach Park?

The median home value in Beach Park is $223,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,322. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,235. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.3%. The average annual property tax is $6,451.

How are the schools in Beach Park?

Schools in Beach Park score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.5% of adults in Beach Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. 5.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Beach Park?

The obesity rate in Beach Park is 37.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.4% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 18.8% of residents report depression. 15.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 95.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,033.

What is transportation like in Beach Park?

The average commute in Beach Park is 26 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Beach Park?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Beach Park is 50.2% White, 12.5% Black or African American, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 55% of residents speak only English at home, while 45% speak Spanish. 7.6% of the population are military veterans. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

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