Lake Carroll, IL

Illinois

Lake Carroll is a small town in Illinois with a population of 763. Residents earn $101,250 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
763 Population 56/sq mi density
$101,250 Median Income $53,714 per capita
$317,900 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$317,900 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,250
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $317,900
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population763
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,250
Per Capita$53,714
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$761M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$317,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,001

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.7%
Libraries6

Is Lake Carroll a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Carroll receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Lake Carroll 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 Carroll is $101,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Lake Carroll among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Carroll is $317,900, 13% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Carroll experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 33.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lake Carroll has a population of 763 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

763
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
13.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Carroll vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Carroll vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Carroll is $101,250, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lake Carroll vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,250
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,714
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$68,658

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$761M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare25
Retail54
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,595
60% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Carroll is $317,900, 13% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$317,900
13% above 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-Occupied99.3%
Housing Units1,001
Median Year Built1997

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,595
60% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Lake Carroll, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Lake Carroll has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall33.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area13.6 sq mi (35.1 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates42.1706°N, 89.8647°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area13.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants41
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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