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Lemont, IL Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Riley

Living in Lemont -the reality

Alright, Median household income is $126,100, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $126,100 in Lemont. It's a a small town city with about 17,643 people. I'd say it's better for families than young single...

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Dylan

Grocery stores in Lemont -recommendations?

First post here. I'm retired and With a population of 17,643, Lemont is a small town. Crime rate is something to consider -Lemont sits at 98.3 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,211 for rent here. Poverty rate is 1.5%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighbor...

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Dylan

Cost of living reality check -Lemont

OK so The city has invested a lot in new development. What would you do? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Ella

Affordable areas near Lemont?

Poverty rate is 1.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Ther...

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Emilia Ortiz

Best hidden gems in Lemont

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $447,800 on average.

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Dylan

What surprised you most about Lemont?

My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still ma...

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Valentina Moore

Is it worth buying in Lemont?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $447,800, which is pretty steep. With a population of 17,643, Lemont is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? Any he...

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Riley

Is Lemont getting better or worse?

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $126,100 in Lemont. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are g...

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Anna Gutierrez

Pros and cons of Lemont after 5 years

I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $126,100, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugar...

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