Lanark, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Carroll County County
Lanark, IL
At a Glance
How Lanark Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lanark's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lanark a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lanark residents earn a median household income of $66,250 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,489. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 405 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lanark is $97,100 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $333,590. Median rent is $781/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1944.
Safety & Crime
Lanark reports 137 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 137/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Lanark hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lanark 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 totals 37.5 inches.