Holiday Shores, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Holiday Shores is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,162. Residents earn $98,265 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,162 Population 2,001/sq mi density
$98,265 Median Income $43,396 per capita
$231,300 Home Value
$1,755 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$98,265 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,300 home value, $1,755/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,265
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,300
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,755
51% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Holiday Shores Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,162
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density2,001/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,265
Per Capita$43,396
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,300
Rent$1,755
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation527 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Libraries19

Is Holiday Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holiday Shores receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Holiday Shores stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holiday Shores is $98,265, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Holiday Shores among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holiday Shores is $231,300, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,755 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Holiday Shores enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Holiday Shores has a population of 3,162 with a density of 2,001 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

3,162
Total Population
2,001
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Holiday Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holiday Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holiday Shores is $98,265, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Holiday Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,265
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home17.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Holiday Shores is $231,300, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,755 (51% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,300
18% below US avg
Median List Price$283,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$283,250
$/Sq Ft$194
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,755
51% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Holiday Shores, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Holiday Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682

Crime Rates: Holiday Shores vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Holiday Shores has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation527 ft (161 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density2,001/sq mi
Coordinates38.9271°N, 89.9389°W
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,001/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home17.3%

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