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Lake Forest, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

wyatt_life

Quick question about Lake Forest

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $909,800 on average. It's a a small town city with about 19,190 people. Median household income is $228,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during ru...

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Jacob Green

Is Lake Forest worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 10 years and Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Jordan P.

Freelancing from Lake Forest -experience?

OK so I'm originally from Orlando and With a population of 19,190, Lake Forest is a small town. Homes are going for about $909,800 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Lake Forest? The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families th...

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Jordan P.

Best industries in Lake Forest right now

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $909,800 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots? The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Jordan P.

Best companies to work for in Lake Forest?

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $228,120 in Lake Forest. Median household income is $228,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you...

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loving_leo11

Lake Forest job market vs Phoenix

Random thought, The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 19,190 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerne...

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Adam Hill

Life in Lake Forest as a young professional

Hey folks, We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Forest sits at 40.9 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,120 for rent here. With a population of 19,190, Lake Forest is a small town. Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $228,120 in...

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wyatt_life

Weekend activities in Lake Forest?

Hello, Median household income is $228,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Forest sits at 40.9 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? The food scene here i...

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Adam Hill

Lake Forest vs Miami -which is better?

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $2,120/month for a decent place. Median household income is $228,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective. The school system varies a lot by neighborh...

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Wesley Turner

Best neighborhoods in Lake Forest

Alright, My partner and I are Median household income is $228,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,120 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective. Appreciate any input. The food scene here is surprising...

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