Grayslake, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · McHenry County County
Grayslake, IL
At a Glance
How Grayslake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grayslake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grayslake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grayslake residents earn a median household income of $113,697 , which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,833. The unemployment rate stands at 5.7% (58% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,928 business establishments, including 645 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grayslake is $293,900 , 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $373,951. Median rent is $1,434/month, with 26.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1994.
Safety & Crime
Grayslake reports 70 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 82% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 645/100K.
Education
59.1% of adults in Grayslake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grayslake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.