Channel Lake, IL

Illinois · McHenry County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Channel Lake is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,988. Residents earn $63,958 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,988 Population 1,104/sq mi density

$63,958 Median Income $33,993 per capita

$210,400 Home Value $245,832 Zillow

$1,526 Median Rent 44.9% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr

111 Violent Crime/100K 1,563 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.7 / 5.0

$63,958 median income, 2.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$210,400 home value, $1,526/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

111 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

19.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,958

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $210,400

25% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 111/100K

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.9%

41% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,526

31% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.3%

36% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.1%

38% higher than US avg

How Channel Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,988

Median Age34.8 yrs

Density1,104/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,958

Per Capita$33,993

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty17.1%

County GDP$15,983M

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$210,400

Rent$1,526

Ownership78.7%

Zillow$245,832

Housing Units816

Rent Burden44.9%

Crime

Violent111/100K

Property1,563/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%

Uninsured8.0%

Smoking14.1%

Depression22.0%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation759 ft (231 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.9%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+4.3%

School Score6.18

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute33 min

Broadband84.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries13

Is Channel Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Channel Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Channel Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Channel Lake is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Channel Lake is $210,400, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,526 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Channel Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,563 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Channel Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Channel Lake has a population of 1,988 with a density of 1,104 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.8% female and 55.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,988

Total Population

1,104

People / sq mi

34.8yrs

Median Age

11% below US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%

Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Channel Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.5%

81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Channel Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Channel Lake is $63,958, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,993 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,060, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,928 business establishments, including 645 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 14.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Channel Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,958
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,993
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,060
IRS Avg AGI	$93,804
Gini Index	0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.3%
	36% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.1%
	38% above US avg
Establishments (County)	7,928
County GDP	$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants	645
Healthcare	846
Retail	816
Manufacturing	432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,712
	149% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.9 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Channel Lake is $210,400, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,832, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 87.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,526 (31% 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. 78.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 816 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $8,712 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 44.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$210,400
	25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$245,832

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$333
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	87.8%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,526
	31% above US avg
Rent Burden	44.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	78.7%
Owner-Occupied	78.7%
Renter-Occupied	21.3%
Housing Units	816
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,712
	149% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.14%

In Channel Lake, 35.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.3% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 19.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.0% report depression. 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,222. The dentist ratio is 1:1,450. 93.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Channel Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	9.7%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	31.3%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	19.4%
Depression	22.0%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.7%
Uninsured	8.0%
	7% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,222
Dentists	1:1,450
Mental Health	1:360
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	63.1%
Premature Death	5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	93.1%
Healthcare Facilities	846

Channel Lake has a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,563 per 100,000, 20% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Channel Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Channel Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	111.1/100K
	71% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,562.7/100K
	20% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Channel Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 759 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	48.6°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-5°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	759 ft (231 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	1,104/sq mi
Coordinates	42.4827°N, 88.1471°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	McHenry County County
Nearest Airport	Kenosha Regional (ENW) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0484 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	90.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	84.0 / 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 Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 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	130 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	64 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	136 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	80 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	104 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	37 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	62 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

473 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 104 fatalities, 2,139 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990	EF5	91 km	29
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	58 km	1
Jun 13, 1976	EF4	91 km	2
Sep 28, 1972	EF4	32 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	94 km	33
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	38 km	1
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	70 km	24
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	35 km	6
Jun 20, 2021	EF3	82 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	57 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	17 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	88 km	0
Mar 12, 1976	EF3	96 km	0
Jul 19, 1963	EF3	14 km	0
Jun 22, 2024	EF2	81 km	0
Nov 22, 2010	EF2	70 km	0
Jul 22, 2010	EF2	43 km	0
Jun 21, 2010	EF2	52 km	0
Jun 25, 1998	EF2	90 km	0
May 18, 1997	EF2	11 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	136 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	29 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	73 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	22°F (-5°C)	1.6 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-4°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	35°F (1°C)	2.5 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.6 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.8 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
September	62°F (17°C)	3.8 in
October	51°F (11°C)	2.4 in
November	38°F (3°C)	2.6 in
December	26°F (-4°C)	2.1 in

Channel Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 22°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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Channel Lake is located in McHenry County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 19.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51.9% of the vote, a 5.3-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 846 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%

D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.9%
	41% below US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	4.3%
School Test Score	6.18

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,104/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi
County	McHenry County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.0%
Avg Download Speed	124.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	846
Restaurants	645
Retail Stores	816

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.9 min
Drive Alone	75.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.5%

Average costs for common services in Channel Lake. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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	$1,366
Toddler	$1,108
Preschool	$1,217
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$900
Toddler	$917
Preschool	$910

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McHenry County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	13,102	762	$35,666	1.35
Manufacturing	12,350	516	$71,872	1.55
Health Care & Social Assistance	11,933	681	$48,485	0.86
Accommodation & Food Services	9,563	612	$24,369	1.09
Construction	7,470	1,143	$86,235	1.47
Administrative & Waste Services	6,080	584	$47,999	1.07
Wholesale Trade	5,655	400	$82,022	1.48
Professional & Technical Services	3,921	862	$73,622	0.58
Other Services	3,437	745	$45,464	1.18
Arts & Entertainment	1,717	150	$28,060	1.05
Finance & Insurance	1,665	319	$82,817	0.42
Educational Services	1,222	100	$29,568	0.61
Real Estate	787	242	$46,374	0.52
Agriculture & Forestry	657	85	$39,636	0.84
Information & Technology	618	86	$63,214	0.34
Management of Companies	562	22	$143,729	0.34
Mining & Oil/Gas	96	13	$81,662	0.26
Unclassified	20	10	$88,178	0.15

Schools in Channel Lake

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Wilmot High	High	949	67	14.2:1

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Radio Stations near Channel Lake

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Vintage Broadcast	—	MP3 192 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 Channel Lake

26 national parks and monuments found near Channel Lake.

Park	Type	Fee
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
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	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
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Springs	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Channel Lake

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	1,563	$56,458
2015	1,505	$64,200
2017	1,465	$65,063
2019	1,661	$49,926
2021	1,742	$53,969
2023	1,988	$63,958

Museums in Channel Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KENOSHA MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2626527000	$343,067
RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8473957020	$343,067
BUSY BRAINS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	130 CEDAR AVENUE	2243811239	$27,382
LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	817 MAIN ST	8473957337	$24,232
MCHENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2112 BEHAN RD	8154795779	$18,168
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE FORT HILL COUNTRY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	601 EAST NOEL DRIVE	8475660650	$3,126
ANDERSON MUSEUM OF FLIGHT	GENERAL MUSEUM
ARTSPACE144	ART MUSEUM		8154558785
BURLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHAIN O LAKES AREA ART WORKS CHILDREN'S MUSUEM	ART MUSEUM		8475877882
CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627636044
EPPING GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		8154558785
GALLERY ONE	ART MUSEUM		8154558785
GALLERY TWO	ART MUSEUM		8154558785
GRANT HALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8475870544
GRANT HALL MUSEUM OF THE FOX LAKE-GRANT TOWNSHIP AREA HISTO	GENERAL MUSEUM	411 WASHINGTON ST	8475870544
GRAYSLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	164 HAWLEY STREET	8472237663
HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ISLAND LAKE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8479683400
LAKE FOREST TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE VILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	223 LAKE AVENUE	8472658266
LIBERTYVILLE MUNDELEIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	413 N MILWAUKEE AVE	8473622330
LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	533 MILWAUKEE AVE
MARYTOWN/ST. MAXMILLIAN KOLBE SHRINE	GENERAL MUSEUM		8473677800
NEWPORT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8476230939
PRAIRIE GRASS NATURE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8477409823
PRINGLE NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	9800 COUNTY HIGHWAY M B	2628578008
ROBERT T. WRIGHT COMMUNITY GALLERY OF ART	ART MUSEUM		8475432000
SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627633946
VOLO AUTO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8153853644
WAUCONDA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8475269303
WESTERN KENOSHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	25905 114TH STREET	2628627165

Libraries in Channel Lake

Name	Address	Annual Visits
COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE	578,397
WARREN-NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	224 NORTH O'PLAINE ROAD	468,521
FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	1170 NORTH MIDLOTHIAN ROAD	357,000
CRYSTAL LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 PADDOCK STREET	325,804
LAKE VILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	1001 EAST GRAND AVENUE	300,000
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	809 NORTH FRONT STREET	225,825
GRAYSLAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	100 LIBRARY LANE	224,723
WAUCONDA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	801 NORTH MAIN STREET	209,812
ROUND LAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	906 HART ROAD	180,643
ANTIOCH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	757 MAIN STREET	175,652
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	166 E. JEFFERSON ST.	168,218
FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	255 EAST GRAND AVENUE	126,790
COMMUNITY LIBRARY	24615 89TH ST.	85,848
JOHNSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	3000 NORTH JOHNSBURG ROAD	74,563
GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	1215 MAIN ST.	46,072
RIVER EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	813 WEST IL ROUTE 120	29,800
NIPPERSINK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	5418 HILL ROAD	28,433
GENOA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 FREEMAN ST.	16,476

Farmers Markets in Channel Lake

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Antioch's Farmers Market	900 Skidmore Drive		Thu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Bristol Farmers Market	83rd Street	June to October	Wed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;		Visit
Crystal Lake Farmers Market	Depot Park, Woodstock & Williams Streets	06/02/2018 to 10/13/2018	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Dakotah's Indoor Farmers Market	631 N. Midlothian	11/08/2014 to 03/28/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;	Yes
Downtown Burlington Farmers Market	Washington & Pine Streets	05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Fox Lake Farmers Market	17 E School St.	06/05/2018 to 09/25/2018	Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Grayslake Farmers Market	Center and Whitney Streets	06/03/2015 to 09/23/2015	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Gurnee Farmers Market	Grand Ave. & Kilbourne Rd.
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market	413 N Milwaukee Ave	05/30/2019 to 10/17/2019	Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
McHenry Farmers Market	3400 Pearl St.
Mundelein Farmers Market	469 N. Seymour Avenue	06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013	Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Wauconda Farmers Market	100 N. Main St.	June 23 to Sept. 8	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
WestoshaMarket	30820 111th Street	07/06/2016 to 09/28/2016	Wed: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Channel Lake

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Aeppeltreow Winery	Wineries, Manufacturers, Brewers, Wholesalers	1072 288th Ave	2628785345
B D Village Inn	Restaurant Family: Chain, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grills, Bed & B	34414 Geneva Rd	2625374719	Visit
Bosacki's Home Brew	Brewery	610 E Hawley St	2247785400	Visit
Brew & Grow	Stationery and Office Supplies, Breweries, Other Business Services, datum, Crystal Lake Wholesale Da	176 W Terra Cotta Ave	8153014950, 8154553801	Visit
Glunz Family Winery & Cellars	Wineries, Brewers	888 E Belvidere Rd	8475489463
Hitch N Post Saloon	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation,	120 N Browns Lake Dr	2625343888	Visit
Light The Lamp Brewery	Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries	10 N Lake St	8477528489
Majestic Foods Inc	Food Stores, Grocery Stores, Breweries	253 Commerce Dr	8479842795
Mickey Finn's Brewery	Rock Club, Brewery, BBQ Joint	345 N Milwaukee Ave	8473626688	Visit
Old Post Office Brewing	Tourist Information & Attractions, Restaurants, Breweries	667 Lexington Sq W
Only Child Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery	1350 Tri State Pkwy	2246565241, (224) 656-5241	Visit
Side Lot Brewery	Brewers	110 Slocum Lake Rd	8478650281	Visit
Small Town Brewery	Brewery	1000 Brown St	8155660415	Visit
Spokes Restaurant & Bar	Bars, Pub, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Restaurants, Pub, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Night Clubs, B	14001 Washington Ave	2628987900	Visit
Tighthead Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	161 N Archer Ave	8479709174

Cell Towers in Channel Lake

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1271 224th Ave (18915)	GTOWER	102
MT TOM - CTH J (66343)	GTOWER	91
38601 31ST STREET (18913)	MTOWER	78
38700 87TH ST. (18912)	MTOWER	67
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)	LTOWER	63
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)	LTOWER	63
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)	MTOWER	61
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)	MTOWER	61
724 McKinley Street (66351)	LTOWER	61
W672 PELL LAKE DRIVE (78340)	MTOWER	61
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)	MTOWER	60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)	MTOWER	60
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)	MTOWER	59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)	MTOWER	59
18917 SPRING STREET (66344)	MTOWER	56
16105 BURLINGTON ROAD (67243)	MTOWER	49
9240 328TH AVENUE (67247)	MTOWER	48
11006 WILMONT RD	TOWER	48
42 EAST ST	TOWER	48
9951 TERWALL TERRACE (101312)	MTOWER	47
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)	MTOWER	42
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)	MTOWER	42

Bridges in Channel Lake

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1931	32	11,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2011	143	11,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1993	240	8,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1936	185	6,800	F
Culvert	Steel continuous	2003	24	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Channel Lake

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Sturtevant, WI	9900 East Exploration Court	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Channel Lake

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BADGER GENERATING COMPANY, LLC	9101 88TH AVE.	KENOSHA
GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC.	10101 SCIENCE DRIVE	RACINE
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT	8000 95TH ST	KENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT	8000 95TH ST	KENOSHA
PQ LLC	1945 DELANY RD	LAKE

Airports Near Channel Lake

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago Midway International Airport	MDW	Large Airport
Chicago O'Hare International Airport	ORD	Large Airport
General Mitchell International Airport	MKE	Large Airport
Chicago Executive Airport	PWK	Medium Airport
Dupage Airport	DPA	Medium Airport
Kenosha Regional Airport	ENW	Medium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aero Lake Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroview Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Aurora Municipal Airport	AUZ	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Binzel Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Campbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Capitol Drive Airport	—	Small Airport
Casa De Aero Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Colonial Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Dougs Airport	—	Small Airport
Doering Farms Airfield	—	Small Airport
Donald Alfred Gade Airport	—	Small Airport
Dutch Gap Airstrip	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Edward Getzelman Airport	—	Small Airport
Emerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Faken Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferris Field	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Q Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox River Airport	—	Small Airport
Funny Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Channel Lake

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Sheriff's Dept Offices

Treatment Centers in Channel Lake

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Assoc for Individual Development (AID) - Behav Health Outpatient	Mental Health	847-931-2340
Captain James Lovell Federal Health - Care Ctr Comm Based Outpt Clinic	Both	815-759-2306
Clement J Zablocki VAMC - Union Grove Clinic	Both	262-878-7001
Lake County Health Dept/CHC - Womens Residential Services	Substance Abuse	847-377-7950
Oakwood Clinical Associates Ltd	Both	262-652-9830
Pioneer Center - Human Services	Mental Health	815-344-1230
Rosecrance Inc - Dakota Center	Mental Health	815-391-1000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Channel Lake

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 37

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Frequently Asked Questions About Channel Lake

What is the population of Channel Lake?

Channel Lake has a population of 1,988 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,104 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.8% female and 55.2% male.

Is Channel Lake expensive to live in?

Channel Lake has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,958, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $210,400 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,526 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Channel Lake safe?

Channel Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,563 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Channel Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Channel Lake?

Channel Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Channel Lake?

The job market in Channel Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,060. There are 7,928 business establishments in the area, including 645 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 14.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Channel Lake?

The median home value in Channel Lake is $210,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,832. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,526. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.7%. The average annual property tax is $8,712.

How are the schools in Channel Lake?

Schools in Channel Lake score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.9% of adults in Channel Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Channel Lake?

The obesity rate in Channel Lake is 35.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 19.4% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 8.0% lack health insurance. 93.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,222.

What is transportation like in Channel Lake?

The average commute in Channel Lake is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Channel Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Channel Lake is 88.9% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 94.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Lake Catherine, IL 1,091 pop · 1.1 mi Salem Lakes, WI 14,521 pop · 3.8 mi Antioch, IL 14,751 pop · 4.1 mi Fox Lake, IL 10,872 pop · 4.2 mi Fox Lake Hills, IL 2,304 pop · 4.9 mi Spring Grove, IL 5,866 pop · 5.2 mi Lake Villa, IL 8,707 pop · 5.6 mi Twin Lakes, WI 6,351 pop · 5.7 mi Pistakee Highlands, IL 3,214 pop · 6.4 mi Paddock Lake, WI 2,965 pop · 6.4 mi Round Lake Heights, IL 2,585 pop · 7.1 mi Venetian Village, IL 2,704 pop · 7.4 mi Lindenhurst, IL 14,365 pop · 7.6 mi Long Lake, IL 3,219 pop · 7.7 mi

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