Median Income
$81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Fox Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population173
Median Age23.4 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans96.0%
Economy
A+
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$23,890
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,188M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden15.8%
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.3 in/yr
Elevation2,356 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 83% / D 15%
Commute27 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1
Is Fox Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fox Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Fox Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fox Lake is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fox Lake is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fox Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.3 inches, including 29.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Fox Lake has a population of 173 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 23.4 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 6.4% Hispanic.
Population
23.4yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Fox Lake is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,458 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,890 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,214 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,990 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 648 |
| County GDP | $1,188M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.14% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Fox Lake is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $140,600 |
| 50% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,100 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 15.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,013 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.14% |
In Fox Lake, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fox Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,321/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
Crime Rates: Fox Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Fox Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.3 inches |
| 60% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 29.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,356 ft (718 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.6857°N, 104.6307°W |
| County FIPS | 30083 |