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Lake in the Hills, IL Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Ariana White

Just moved to Lake in the Hills, any tips?

I've been here for 15 years and The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $113,491 in Lake in the Hills. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What are your go-to spots? TIA! The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Sophia Mendoza

Unpopular opinion about Lake in the Hills

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake in the Hills sits at 66.0 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. Anyone in a similar situation? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Th...

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camila_living

Moving to Lake in the Hills for work -advice?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,853 people. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Kelly R.

What to expect moving to Lake in the Hills?

Hello, Born and raised here. You can expect to pay around $1,634 for rent here. Homes are going for about $296,400 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thanks for readi...

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Kelly R.

Best companies to work for in Lake in the Hills?

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,853 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-depen...

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Evan Thomas

Is Lake in the Hills worth moving to in 2026?

Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Does this match your experience? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here...

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Nevaeh Campbell

What I wish I knew before living in Lake in the Hills

Hello, Been living here since 2014. Rent is about $1,634/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's be...

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Harper Hernandez

Is Lake in the Hills worth it salary-wise?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $296,400 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than y...

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Grayson Cook

Is Lake in the Hills good for remote workers?

Hey folks, You can expect to pay around $1,634 for rent here. The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd s...

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Grayson White

Cheapest neighborhoods in Lake in the Hills?

Just moved here 11 months ago and The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,853, Lake in the Hills is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $296,400 on average. There's a growing tech scene which i...

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Ariana White

Best kept secrets of Lake in the Hills, IL

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Rent is about $1,634/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. There's...

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Leo Ramos

Things that make Lake in the Hills unique

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $296,400, which seems about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What do you all think? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Sophia Mendoza

Healthcare options in Lake in the Hills?

Hey, Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $113,491 in Lake in the Hills. Rent is about $1,634/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Lake in the Hills? Appreciate any input.

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Grayson Cook

Best neighborhoods to rent in Lake in the Hills?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 8 months ago and Household incomes average around $113,491 in Lake in the Hills. Poverty rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake in the Hills sits at 66.0 per 100K. Average temperature is around 49--F, s...

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