Cedar Lake, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Lake County County
Cedar Lake, IN
At a Glance
How Cedar Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cedar Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cedar Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cedar Lake residents earn a median household income of $79,177 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,037. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,872 business establishments, including 1,110 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cedar Lake is $259,900 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $336,613. Median rent is $1,209/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Safety & Crime
Cedar Lake reports 66 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 275/100K.
Education
24.8% of adults in Cedar Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cedar Lake has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 52.