Candlewick Lake, IL Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Brooklyn S. Dec 20, 2025

Best coffee shops in Candlewick Lake?

Random thought, With a population of 5,459, Candlewick Lake is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 5,459 people. Homes are going for about $169,200 on average. Rent is about $1,539/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here ...

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Harper S. Aug 2, 2025

First time home buyer in Candlewick Lake

Alright, It's a a small town city with about 5,459 people. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Ca...

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Harper S. May 29, 2025

Best neighborhoods to rent in Candlewick Lake?

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $169,200 on average. Household incomes average around $94,820 in Candlewick Lake. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be great. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say...

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Brooklyn S. Feb 6, 2025

Most overrated things about Candlewick Lake

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 5,459, Candlewick Lake is a small town. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 12.0%, which is around average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new developm...

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