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Lily Lake, IL

Illinois · Kane County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Lily Lake is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,432. Residents earn $145,192 per year, which is 93% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,432 Population 526/sq mi density
$145,192 Median Income $57,150 per capita
$379,300 Home Value $545,581 Zillow
$1,438 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
18 Violent Crime/100K 300 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$145,192 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$379,300 home value, $1,438/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
18 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $145,192
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $379,300
35% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 18/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,438
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,432
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$145,192
Per Capita$57,150
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$37,058M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$379,300
Rent$1,438
Ownership98.5%
Zillow$545,581
Housing Units437
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

F
Violent18/100K
Property300/100K

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking9.3%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation949 ft (289 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+99.6%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries18

Is Lily Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lily Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lily Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lily Lake is $145,192, which is significantly higher than the national average / 93% above $75,149. This places Lily Lake among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lily Lake is $379,300, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lily Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 18 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 300 per 100,000, 85% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Lily Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lily Lake has a population of 1,432 with a density of 526 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.6% female and 51.4% male. The city is predominantly White (94.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.7% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 9.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,432
Total Population
526
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lily Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lily Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lily Lake is $145,192, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,150 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,208, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 12,855 business establishments, including 1,068 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 19.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lily Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,192
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$92,140
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,855
County GDP$37,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,068
Healthcare1,260
Retail1,423
Manufacturing790

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lily Lake is $379,300, 35% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $545,581, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,438 (24% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 98.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 437 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $9,298 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$379,300
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$545,581

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,438
24% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership98.5%
Owner-Occupied98.5%
Renter-Occupied1.5%
Housing Units437
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Lily Lake, 31.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 25.2% have high blood pressure. 9.3% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 22.4% report binge drinking. 15.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.9% report depression. 15.4% experience frequent mental distress. 5.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,503. The dentist ratio is 1:1,346. 92.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.3%
34% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,503
Dentists1:1,346
Mental Health1:254
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death6,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access92.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Lily Lake has a violent crime rate of 18 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 300 per 100,000, 85% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 37 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lily Lake receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Lily Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent17.6/100K
95% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property299.5/100K
85% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lily Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 949 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation949 ft (289 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density526/sq mi
Coordinates41.9573°N, 88.4720°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyKane County County
Nearest AirportChicago O'Hare International (ORD)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.2"
13% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0494 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.0 / 100
Community Resilience63.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 66 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 3 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 84 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 56 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 40 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 27 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 5 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

611 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 114 fatalities, 2,209 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 32 km 29
Apr 9, 2015 EF4 69 km 2
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 53 km 0
Jun 13, 1976 EF4 51 km 2
Sep 28, 1972 EF4 61 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 47 km 24
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 62 km 33
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 27 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 30 km 6
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 92 km 1
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 33 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 81 km 2
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 73 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 98 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 56 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 67 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 52 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 47 km 1
Aug 5, 1979 EF3 92 km 0
Jun 30, 1977 EF3 61 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1954 MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN) Avalanche 3.0 m 7 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

9 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 ac, 2019).

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 UNNAMED 1,741 69 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,664 72 km
2021 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3 978 75 km
2024 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX 938 73 km
2021 UNNAMED 738 73 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 71 km
2019 UNNAMED 698 73 km
2024 IBSP SOUTH F1 RX 690 74 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 74°F (23°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 2.2 in

Lily Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 23°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Lily Lake is located in Kane County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 38.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 1,260 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+99.6%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density526/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyKane County County

Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Avg Download Speed175.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed54.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Restaurants1,068
Retail Stores1,423

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home19.2%
Average costs for common services in Lily Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,421
Toddler$1,097
Preschool$1,200
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$1,015
Toddler$917
Preschool$823
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kane County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 33,480 885 $72,281 1.91
Health Care & Social Assistance 23,627 1,119 $63,630 0.77
Retail Trade 20,382 1,198 $38,428 0.95
Administrative & Waste Services 17,755 950 $40,894 1.41
Accommodation & Food Services 17,639 989 $26,012 0.91
Wholesale Trade 13,716 796 $87,615 1.63
Construction 11,703 1,650 $89,438 1.04
Professional & Technical Services 9,774 1,525 $100,493 0.66
Other Services 6,961 1,124 $47,680 1.08
Finance & Insurance 6,297 581 $86,243 0.73
Transportation & Warehousing 6,267 757 $53,794 0.69
Arts & Entertainment 4,347 174 $33,369 1.21
Educational Services 4,250 179 $42,179 0.96
Management of Companies 2,095 32 $101,723 0.58
Real Estate 1,748 450 $67,536 0.53
Information & Technology 1,374 167 $90,709 0.34
Agriculture & Forestry 614 54 $50,935 0.35
Utilities 167 14 $108,687 0.21
Mining & Oil/Gas 109 14 $110,609 0.13
Unclassified 35 30 $56,161 0.12

Radio Stations near Lily Lake

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vintage Broadcast MP3 192 kbps
WRMN 1410 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
WCCQ 98.3 FM - Crest Hill, IL country MP3 64 kbps
WMXM 88.9FM MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Lily Lake

25 national parks and monuments found near Lily Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park State Park Free
Big Foot Beach State Park State Park Free
Buffalo Rock State Park State Park Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail State Park Free
Calumet Park State Park Free
Castle Rock State Park State Park Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park State Park Free
Channahon State Park State Park Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr State Park Free
Fox River State Park Free
Gebhard Woods State Park State Park Free
Harbor Park Promenade State Park Free
Illini State Park State Park Free
Lake Park Expansion State Park Free
Lowden State Park State Park Free
Matthiessen State Park State Park Free
Morraine Hills State Park State Park Free
Presidential Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area State Park Free
Rock Cut State Park State Park Free
Silver Springs State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
William G. Stratton State Park State Park Free

Museums in Lily Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCHIUGOETHE CENTER FOR NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURESHISTORY MUSEUM6308926431$114,103,498
DAVID AND BETTY DRAEWELL GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM$31,807,963
ROBERT CROWN CENTER FOR HEALTH EDUCATIONGENERAL MUSEUM501 COLLEGE AVE6308985350$1,420,115
GENEVA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6302324951$564,874
GARFIELD HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$299,456
CAMPTON HISTORIC AGRICULTURAL LANDSHISTORIC PRESERVATION6305848485$215,511
AURORA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION305 CEDAR ST6308979029$191,388
JOHN F. KENNEDY HEALTH WORLDCHILDREN'S MUSEUM$164,340
ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477424248$160,807
ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477424248$160,807
FABYAN VILLA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6303776424$129,367
PRESERVATION PARTNERS OF FOX VALLYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6303776424$129,367
PRESERVATION PARTNERS OF THE FOX VALLEYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6303776424$129,367
ELGIN PUBLIC MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM8477416655$100,502
MIDWEST MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORYNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM8158959777$98,163
ST CHARLES HERITAGE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION6305846967$86,955
GENEVA CONCOURS DELEGANCE NFPHISTORIC PRESERVATION$40,115
WAYNE HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$37,323
BATAVIA DEPOT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6304065274$11,809
BATAVIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONBOX 14 155 HOUSTON STREET6304065274$11,809
WEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6302310564$4,646
WEST CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 2466302312329$4,646
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSMGENERAL MUSEUM8159689770
AIR CLASSICS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6304660888
ARROWHEAD ROOM GALLERYART MUSEUM
AURORA REGIONAL FIRE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6308921572
BIG ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6305563604
BLACKBERRY HISTORICAL FARM-VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6308921550
CORRON FARM PRESERVATION SOCIETY NFPHISTORIC PRESERVATION7N761 CORRON ROAD6305136068
CZECH AND SLOVAK AMERICAN GENEALOGY SOCIETY OF ILLINOISHISTORIC PRESERVATIONCICERO6309068175
DEERFIELD AND ROUNDABOUT RAILWAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DEKALB COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8158955762
DUNDEE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8474286996
DUNHAM HUNT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6304436733
E. MAX VON ISSER GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM8476971000
ELGIN FIRE BARN NO 5 MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8476976242
FABYANHISTORIC PRESERVATION1923 S BATAVIA AVE6302322378
FOX RIVER TROLLEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8476974676
FOX VALLEY ARTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
GARFIELD FARM MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6305848485
HAMPSHIRE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HINCKLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1634 CENTER RD3302783159
HUNTLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8473026772
JOHN R. GRADY GALLERY OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTSART MUSEUM8476971000
KANEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6305572854
KISHWAUKEE VALLEY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8157845559
LAFOX MUSEUM CORPORATIONHISTORY MUSEUMGARFIELD RD6305848485
LAKE IN THE HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCHENRY COUNTY CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
MILITARY MINIATURE SOCIETY OF ILLINOISHISTORY MUSEUM
PECK FARM PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4038 KANEVILLE RD6302628244
RED OAK NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER7088971808
RUTLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8478441729
SAFETY-KLEEN GALLERY ONEART MUSEUM8476971000
SCHINGOETHE CENTER FOR NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURESGENERAL MUSEUM6308447844
SCITECH HANDS-ON MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM18 WEST BENTON STREET
SIXTIES MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8476971960
ST. CHARLES HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 2 EAST MAIN STREET7085846967
STICKLING FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477428939
SUGAR GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6304669726
SYCAMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1730 N MAIN ST8158955762
TROUT VALLEY PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION72 BLUFF ROAD8477431963
VERSAILLES AREA GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2172253401
WARBIRDS OF NORTH AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Lily Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY1 EAST BENTON STREET0.01,099,293
GAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT270 NORTH GROVE AVENUE0.0935,479
SAINT CHARLES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTONE SOUTH SIXTH AVENUE0.0415,076
ALGONQUIN AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT2600 HARNISH DRIVE0.0326,363
BATAVIA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT10 SOUTH BATAVIA AVENUE0.0299,492
FOX RIVER VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT555 BARRINGTON AVENUE0.0272,891
GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT127 JAMES STREET0.0270,252
HUNTLEY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT11000 RUTH ROAD0.0266,227
SYCAMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY103 EAST STATE STREET0.0148,612
MESSENGER PUBLIC LIBRARY OF NORTH AURORA113 OAK STREET0.0138,973
TOWN AND COUNTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT320 EAST NORTH STREET0.0102,777
SUGAR GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT125 SOUTH MUNICIPAL DRIVE0.064,511
ELLA JOHNSON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT109 SOUTH STATE STREET0.059,987
CORTLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY63 SOUTH SOMONAUK ROAD0.048,008
GENOA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT232 WEST MAIN STREET0.018,323
HINCKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT100 NORTH MAPLE STREET0.012,826
MAPLE PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT302 WILLOW STREET0.09,875
KANEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT2S101 HARTER ROAD0.05,583
ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY503 SOUTH SECOND STREET0.03,079

Farmers Markets in Lily Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Algonquin Farmers MarketWashington St & S Harrison St.
Aurora's Farmers Market Downtown233 North Broadway06/11/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Aurora's Farmers Market East701 South Eola Road07/07/2016 to 08/25/2016Thu: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Yes
Aurora's Farmers Market West1901 West Galena Blvd.07/06/2016 to 09/28/2016Wed: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM;Visit
Batavia Farmers Market28 S.Waters St.June to OctoberSat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;Visit
Discover Sycamore's Farmers Market300 W Elm St.Visit
Downtown Elgin Farmers MarketS. Grove Ave06/07/2019 to 10/04/2019Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Esther's Place201 West Galena StreetApril to OctoberTue:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Wed:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Thu:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Fri:10:00 AM - 6:00 PM;Sat:10:0Visit
Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - First Congregational Church of Geneva321 Hamilton St.11/21/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Foxtrot Organic Farm5N726 Crane Road05/01/2017 to 10/01/2017Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Geneva French MarketMetra Parking Lot, NW Corner of South street & 4th Street.04/17/2016 to 11/13/2016Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Heritage Prairie Farm2N308 Brundige RoadJanuary to DecemberSat:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;YesVisit
Huntley Farmers Market10987 Main Street05/23/2015 to 10/10/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
St. Charles Farmers Market307 Cedar AvenueJune to OctoberFri:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Visit
Sugar Grove Farmers Market 10 Municipal Drive

Veterinaries in Lily Lake

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #1266810330

Gas Stations in Lily Lake

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Lily Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brody's Irish PubPubs, Bars & Pubs, Sports Bars, Restaurant, Pub, and Brewery, Taverns1941 W Galena Blvd6307682053Visit
Chicago Beer CoBreweries, Management Consultants1156 Chippewa Trl
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing CoBrewery128 W Main Saint (at 2nd St)8474284500
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Co.Brewery128 W Main St8474284500Visit
Penrose Brewing CompanyBrewery509 Stevens St6302322115, 16302322115Visit
Poor Boy's PubBrewery, Bar, Karaoke Bar277283 Montgomery Rd6308011808Visit
Scorched Earth Brewing CompanyBrewery203 Berg St2242098472Visit
Stockholm'sAmerican Restaurant, Caterers, Event Planning, Brewery, Food & Entertainment306 W State St6302087070Visit
Two Brothers RoundhouseAmerican Restaurant, American Restaurants, Caterers, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Banquet Halls & Recepti205 N Broadway6302642739, 6308920034Visit

Cell Towers in Lily Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
16 N 802 POWERS RD (53042)LTOWER76
16 N 802 POWERS RD (53042)LTOWER76
44 WEST 200 ROHRSEN ROAD (88823)LTOWER61
44 WEST 200 ROHRSEN ROAD (88823)LTOWER61
10094 BASELINE ROAD US 30 (671)MTOWER61
10094 BASELINE ROAD US 30 (671)MTOWER61
3N499 Rte 47 (53578)LTOWER61
3N499 Rte 47 (53578)LTOWER61
280 ROUTE 31 (81936)MTOWER49
280 ROUTE 31 (81936)MTOWER49
(Cortland) 18580 CHASE ROADTOWER48
(Cortland) 18580 CHASE ROADTOWER48
45W251 I C TRAIL (53177)LTOWER47
45W251 I C TRAIL (53177)LTOWER47
5S715 Bliss Road (637)MTOWER47
5S715 Bliss Road (637)MTOWER47

Bridges in Lily Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2013696,850G
CulvertConcrete continuous2012224,900G
CulvertConcrete continuous202020700G

Airports Near Lily Lake

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago Midway International AirportMDWLarge Airport
Chicago O'Hare International AirportORDLarge Airport
Chicago Executive AirportPWKMedium Airport
Chicago Rockford International AirportRFDMedium Airport
Dupage AirportDPAMedium Airport
Kenosha Regional AirportENWMedium Airport
7th Heaven AirportSmall Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Aero Lake Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aerogrange AirportSmall Airport
Aeroview AirportSmall Airport
Ames Private AirportSmall Airport
Aurora Municipal AirportAUZSmall Airport
B & C AirportSmall Airport
Barten AirportSmall Airport
Beloit AirportSmall Airport
Big Foot AirfieldSmall Airport
Bingham AirportSmall Airport
Binzel AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc AirportSmall Airport
Bob Walberg FieldSmall Airport
Bolingbrook's Clow International AirportSmall Airport
Bountiful Acres AirportSmall Airport
Bresson AirportSmall Airport
Bristol AirportSmall Airport
Brookeridge Air ParkSmall Airport
Burlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bushby RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Camp Lake AirportSmall Airport
Campbell AirportSmall Airport
Casa De Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Chicago Glider Club GliderportSmall Airport
Clarence C Johnson AirportSmall Airport
Cody Port RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Colonial Acres AirportSmall Airport
Compass Rose AirportSmall Airport
Corn FieldSmall Airport
Cottonwood AirportSmall Airport
Curanda AirportSmall Airport
Cushing Field Ltd AirportSmall Airport
Cwian FieldSmall Airport
Dacy AirportSmall Airport
Darrington AirportSmall Airport
David Gillespie AirportSmall Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Delhotal AirportSmall Airport
Dick Burns Farm AirportSmall Airport
Digger Dougs AirportSmall Airport
Donald Alfred Gade AirportSmall Airport
Dunn AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Lily Lake

14 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Aurora Police DepartmentEast Indian Trail Road
Batavia Police Department100 North Island Avenue
Campton Hills Police Department40W270 LaFox Road
DeKalb County Public Safety Building150 North Main Street
Elburn Police Department301 East North Street
Geneva Police DepartmentSouth 1st Street
Kane County Sheriff37W755 Illinois Route 38
Montgomery Police Department
North Aurora Police Department200 South Lincolnway Street
South Elgin Police Department50 North Water Street
St. Charles Police DepartmentWest Main Street
Sugar Grove Police Department10 Municipal Drive
Sycamore Police Department535 DeKalb Avenue
Waubonsee Community College Police

Grocery Stores in Lily Lake

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Oasis Lily Lake IncConvenience Store44W322 IL Route 64

Treatment Centers in Lily Lake

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Affect Therapeutics IncSubstance Abuse845-769-8758
Amita Mercy Medical Center - Behavioral Health ServicesMental Health630-801-2722 x0
Association for Individual Development - Behav Health OutpatientMental Health630-966-4301
Care Clinics IncSubstance Abuse630-896-4650
Ecker Center for Behavioral HealthBoth847-695-0484
Family Guidance Centers IncSubstance Abuse630-801-0017
Footprints Recovery IL - DBA Footprints RecoverySubstance Abuse847-281-5394
Gateway Foundation - Aurora Alc and Drug Trt CtrsSubstance Abuse630-647-5881
Greater Family Health - ElginBoth844-599-3700
Latino Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse847-695-9155
LSSI - Elgin Addiction Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse833-610-5774
Tools for Life LtdSubstance Abuse630-906-1200
TriCity Family ServicesMental Health630-232-1070
VNA HealthcareBoth630-892-4355
VNA HealthcareBoth630-892-4355
VNA HealthcareMental Health630-892-4355

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lily Lake

What is the population of Lily Lake?

Lily Lake has a population of 1,432 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 526 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.6% female and 51.4% male.

Is Lily Lake expensive to live in?

Lily Lake has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $145,192, 93% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $379,300 (35% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,438 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lily Lake safe?

Lily Lake is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 18 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 300 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lily Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lily Lake?

Lily Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Lily Lake?

The unemployment rate in Lily Lake is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,208. There are 12,855 business establishments in the area, including 1,068 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 19.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lily Lake?

The median home value in Lily Lake is $379,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $545,581. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,438. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 98.5%. The average annual property tax is $9,298.

How are the schools in Lily Lake?

Schools in Lily Lake score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 38.5% of adults in Lily Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lily Lake?

The obesity rate in Lily Lake is 31.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.3% of adults are smokers. 15.8% are physically inactive. 20.9% of residents report depression. 5.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 92.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,503.

What is transportation like in Lily Lake?

The average commute in Lily Lake is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lily Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lily Lake is 94.1% White. 95.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.3% speak Spanish. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 9.6% of residents have a disability. 98.0% have health insurance coverage.

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