Lake Camelot, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Lake Camelot is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,744. Residents earn $128,333 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,744 Population 1,002/sq mi density
$128,333 Median Income $47,305 per capita
$220,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$128,333 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,300 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $128,333
71% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,300
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,744
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density1,002/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,333
Per Capita$47,305
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,966M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation616 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute23 min
Libraries13

Is Lake Camelot a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Camelot receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Lake Camelot stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Camelot is $128,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Lake Camelot among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, 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 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Camelot is $220,300, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Camelot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lake Camelot has a population of 1,744 with a density of 1,002 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,744
Total Population
1,002
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Camelot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Camelot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Camelot is $128,333, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lake Camelot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,333
71% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,305
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$80,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,972
County GDP$16,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants468
Healthcare543
Retail638
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Camelot is $220,300, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,300
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Lake Camelot, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death10,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities543

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Lake Camelot has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation616 ft (188 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Coordinates40.6351°N, 89.7530°W
County FIPS17143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,002/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities543
Restaurants468
Retail Stores638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home15.7%

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