New Lenox, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Will County County
New Lenox, IL
At a Glance
How New Lenox Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Lenox's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Lenox a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Lenox residents earn a median household income of $133,071 , which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,850. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,924 business establishments, including 1,360 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Lenox is $377,500 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $456,382. Median rent is $1,244/month, with 29.9% 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 1996.
Safety & Crime
New Lenox reports 53 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 932/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
45.5% of adults in New Lenox hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above the national average). 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Lenox has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.