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Port Barrington, IL

Illinois · McHenry County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Port Barrington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,574. Residents earn $144,167 per year, which is 92% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,574 Population 1,357/sq mi density
$144,167 Median Income $65,517 per capita
$361,300 Home Value $418,843 Zillow
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
25 Violent Crime/100K 950 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$144,167 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$361,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
25 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $144,167
92% higher than US avg
Home Value $361,300
28% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 25/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.5%
41% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

How Port Barrington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,574
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,357/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$144,167
Per Capita$65,517
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$361,300
Ownership93.5%
Zillow$418,843
Housing Units559
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

F
Violent25/100K
Property950/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.5%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+16.0%
School Score6.18

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute34 min
Broadband98.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is Port Barrington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Barrington receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Port Barrington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Barrington is $144,167, which is significantly higher than the national average / 92% above $75,149. This places Port Barrington among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Barrington is $361,300, 28% above the national median. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Port Barrington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 950 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Port Barrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Port Barrington has a population of 1,574 with a density of 1,357 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.5% female and 51.5% male. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 2.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.1% of residents, while 15.9% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,574
Total Population
1,357
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Barrington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish 15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Barrington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Barrington is $144,167, which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,517 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,060, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,928 business establishments, including 645 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 18.0% of workers work from home.

Income: Port Barrington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$144,167
92% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,517
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804
Gini Index0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Barrington is $361,300, 28% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,843, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 93.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 559 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2001. The average annual property tax is $8,712 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 36.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$361,300
28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$418,843

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership93.5%
Owner-Occupied93.5%
Renter-Occupied6.5%
Housing Units559
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Port Barrington, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 29.1% have high blood pressure. 11.7% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 19.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.1% report depression. 16.5% experience frequent mental distress. 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,222. The dentist ratio is 1:1,450. 93.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Port Barrington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,222
Dentists1:1,450
Mental Health1:360
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846
Port Barrington has a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 950 per 100,000, 52% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Port Barrington receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Port Barrington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent25.0/100K
93% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property950.1/100K
52% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Port Barrington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 34.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 732 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,357/sq mi
Coordinates42.2442°N, 88.1951°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMcHenry County County
Nearest AirportChicago O'Hare International (ORD)
24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 34.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0484 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience84.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively 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 M4.2 105 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 40 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 118 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 58 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 79 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 15 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 38 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

544 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 105 fatalities, 2,277 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 64 km 29
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 83 km 1
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 81 km 0
Jun 13, 1976 EF4 66 km 2
Sep 28, 1972 EF4 27 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 71 km 33
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 12 km 1
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 60 km 24
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 16 km 6
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 56 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 36 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 55 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 78 km 1
Jun 30, 1977 EF3 99 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 70 km 0
Nov 12, 1965 EF3 97 km 0
Jul 19, 1963 EF3 38 km 0
Apr 23, 1961 EF3 100 km 0
Jul 15, 2024 EF2 96 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 7 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 UNNAMED 1,741 97 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,664 98 km
2021 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3 978 99 km
2024 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX 938 97 km
2021 UNNAMED 738 96 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 97 km
2019 UNNAMED 698 96 km
2024 IBSP SOUTH F1 RX 690 36 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 92 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 97 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 71°F (21°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Port Barrington has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 22°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.2").

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Port Barrington is located in McHenry County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 47.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51.9% of the vote, a 5.3-point margin. 98.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 846 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.5% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.5%
41% above US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+16.0%
School Test Score6.18
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,357/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyMcHenry County County

Services

Broadband Access98.5%
Avg Download Speed124.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home18.0%
Average costs for common services in Port Barrington. 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$1,366
Toddler$1,108
Preschool$1,217
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$900
Toddler$917
Preschool$910
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McHenry County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 13,102 762 $35,666 1.35
Manufacturing 12,350 516 $71,872 1.55
Health Care & Social Assistance 11,933 681 $48,485 0.86
Accommodation & Food Services 9,563 612 $24,369 1.09
Construction 7,470 1,143 $86,235 1.47
Administrative & Waste Services 6,080 584 $47,999 1.07
Wholesale Trade 5,655 400 $82,022 1.48
Professional & Technical Services 3,921 862 $73,622 0.58
Other Services 3,437 745 $45,464 1.18
Arts & Entertainment 1,717 150 $28,060 1.05
Finance & Insurance 1,665 319 $82,817 0.42
Educational Services 1,222 100 $29,568 0.61
Real Estate 787 242 $46,374 0.52
Agriculture & Forestry 657 85 $39,636 0.84
Information & Technology 618 86 $63,214 0.34
Management of Companies 562 22 $143,729 0.34
Mining & Oil/Gas 96 13 $81,662 0.26
Unclassified 20 10 $88,178 0.15

Radio Stations near Port Barrington

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Vintage Broadcast MP3 192 kbps
WRMN 1410 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio DePaul AAC+ 56 kbps
Polskie Radio 1030 Chicago WNVR community, entertainment MP3 128 kbps
WMXM 88.9FM MP3 128 kbps
V100.7 urban contemporary AAC

National Parks Near Port Barrington

31 national parks and monuments found near Port Barrington.

ParkTypeFee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park State Park Free
Allen Valley Siata State Park Free
Aztalan 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
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
Glacial Drumlin State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access State Park Free
Hank Aaron State Trail State Park Free
Harbor Park Promenade State Park Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park State Park Free
Illini State Park State Park Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata State Park Free
Lake Park Expansion State Park Free
Lakeshore 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 Port Barrington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DAVID AND BETTY DRAEWELL GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM$31,807,963
MUSEUM OF ANESTHESIOLOGY - WOOD LIBRARYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8478255586$1,130,648
ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477424248$160,807
ELGIN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477424248$160,807
HISTORIC RAILROAD EQUIPMENT ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$101,534
ELGIN PUBLIC MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM8477416655$100,502
REMEMBRANCE RESCUE PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION8776590809$90,255
BARRINGTON HISTORY MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$63,290
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7082551225$42,448
BUSY BRAINS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM130 CEDAR AVENUE2243811239$27,382
LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION817 MAIN ST8473957337$24,232
MCHENRY COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2112 BEHAN RD8154795779$18,168
CRYSTAL LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION660 E TERRA COTTA AVE8154551151$9,129
CARY GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8476399788$6,205
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE FORT HILL COUNTRYHISTORIC PRESERVATION601 EAST NOEL DRIVE8475660650$3,126
ANDERSON MUSEUM OF FLIGHTGENERAL MUSEUM
ARTSPACE144ART MUSEUM8154558785
BARRINGTON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8473811730
CHAIN O LAKES AREA ART WORKS CHILDREN'S MUSUEMART MUSEUM8475877882
CRYSTAL LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION660 E TERRA COTTA AVE8154551151
DEERFIELD AND ROUNDABOUT RAILWAYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUNDEE TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8474286996
E. MAX VON ISSER GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM8476971000
EASTLAND DISASTER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION95 E MAIN ST8474382086
ELGIN FIRE BARN NO 5 MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8476976242
ELK GROVE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELK GROVE HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8476901440
EPPING GALLERYART MUSEUM8154558785
GALLERY ONEART MUSEUM8154558785
GALLERY TWOART MUSEUM8154558785
GERMAN MILITARIA INSTITUTE FOR CONSERVATION AND RESEARCHHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRANT HALL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8475870544
GRANT HALL MUSEUM OF THE FOX LAKE-GRANT TOWNSHIP AREA HISTOGENERAL MUSEUM411 WASHINGTON ST8475870544
GRAYSLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION164 HAWLEY STREET8472237663
HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF BUFFALO GROVEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8474592318
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ISLAND LAKEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUNTLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8473026772
JCC CHICAGO/JCC GAROON GATEWAY TO SCIENCESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM23280 NORTH OLD MCHENRY ROAD
JOHN R. GRADY GALLERY OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTSART MUSEUM8476971000
LAKE COUNTY DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8479683400
LAKE IN THE HILLS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE VILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION223 LAKE AVENUE8472658266
LAKE ZURICH AREA VETERANS MONUMENT FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIBERTYVILLE MUNDELEIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION413 N MILWAUKEE AVE8473622330
LONG GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION348 OLD MCHENRY RD8476346155
MARYTOWN/ST. MAXMILLIAN KOLBE SHRINEGENERAL MUSEUM8473677800
MCHENRY COUNTY CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
PALATINE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION224 EAST PALATINE ROAD8479916460
PRAIRIE GRASS NATURE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8477409823
ROBERT T. WRIGHT COMMUNITY GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM8475432000
ROLLING MEADOWS HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3100 CENTRAL RD8475777086
ROLLING MEADOWS HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8475777086
RUTLAND TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8478441729
SAFETY-KLEEN GALLERY ONEART MUSEUM8476971000
SCHOOL HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SIXTIES MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8476971960
SPRING VALLEY NATURE CENTER & HERITAGE FARMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1111 E SCHAUMBURG RD8479852100
STICKLING FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8477428939
TROUT VALLEY PRESERVATION AND RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION72 BLUFF ROAD8477431963
VOLKENING HERITAGE FARM SPRING VALLEYGENERAL MUSEUM8479852100
VOLO AUTO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8153853644
WARBIRDS OF NORTH AMERICAHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAUCONDA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8475269303

Libraries in Port Barrington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SCHAUMBURG TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY130 SOUTH ROSELLE ROAD0.01,540,000
GAIL BORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT270 NORTH GROVE AVENUE0.0935,479
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS MEMORIAL LIBRARY500 NORTH DUNTON AVENUE0.0910,655
COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE0.0578,397
PALATINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT700 NORTH NORTH COURT0.0558,558
ELK GROVE VILLAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY1001 WELLINGTON AVENUE0.0437,540
INDIAN TRAILS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT355 SOUTH SCHOENBECK ROAD0.0374,941
ELA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT275 MOHAWK TRAIL0.0362,498
FREMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1170 NORTH MIDLOTHIAN ROAD0.0357,000
ALGONQUIN AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT2600 HARNISH DRIVE0.0326,363
CRYSTAL LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY126 PADDOCK STREET0.0325,804
LAKE VILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1001 EAST GRAND AVENUE0.0300,000
BARRINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT505 NORTH NORTHWEST HIGHWAY0.0279,148
FOX RIVER VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT555 BARRINGTON AVENUE0.0272,891
HUNTLEY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT11000 RUTH ROAD0.0266,227
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT809 NORTH FRONT STREET0.0225,825
GRAYSLAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT100 LIBRARY LANE0.0224,723
WAUCONDA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT801 NORTH MAIN STREET0.0209,812
ROLLING MEADOWS LIBRARY3110 MARTIN LANE0.0206,804
ROUND LAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT906 HART ROAD0.0180,643
ANTIOCH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT757 MAIN STREET0.0175,652
CARY AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1606 THREE OAKS ROAD0.0158,516
POPLAR CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1405 SOUTH PARK AVENUE0.0155,703
FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT255 EAST GRAND AVENUE0.0126,790
JOHNSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT3000 NORTH JOHNSBURG ROAD0.074,563
FOX RIVER GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT407 LINCOLN AVENUE0.039,490
RIVER EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT813 WEST IL ROUTE 1200.029,800
NIPPERSINK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT5418 HILL ROAD0.028,433
ELGIN PUBLIC LIBRARY503 SOUTH SECOND STREET0.03,079

Farmers Markets in Port Barrington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Algonquin Farmers MarketWashington St & S Harrison St.
Antioch's Farmers Market900 Skidmore DriveThu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Arlington Heights Farmers MarketN. Arlington Heights Rd. at E. Eastman St.
Barrington Farmers MarketCook and Lake Cook RoadsVisit
Cary Farmers MarketW. Main Street and Rt. 1406/01/2014 to 09/28/2014Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Crystal Lake Farmers MarketDepot Park, Woodstock & Williams Streets06/02/2018 to 10/13/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Dakotah's Indoor Farmers Market631 N. Midlothian11/08/2014 to 03/28/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM;Yes
Downtown Elgin Farmers MarketS. Grove Ave06/07/2019 to 10/04/2019Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Elk Grove Farmers Market901 Wellington Avenue06/04/2016 to 10/15/2016Sat: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Countryside Church Unitarian Universalist1025 N. Smith Street3/13/2016Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Faith in Place Winter Farmers Market - Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Arlington Heights1234 N. Arlington Heights Road2/13/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Fox Lake Farmers Market17 E School St.06/05/2018 to 09/25/2018Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Grayslake Farmers MarketCenter and Whitney Streets06/03/2015 to 09/23/2015Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Hawthorn Woods Farmers MarketQuentin and Old McHenry Roads06/13/2014 to 10/03/2014Fri: 4:30 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Huntley Farmers Market10987 Main Street05/23/2015 to 10/10/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Lake Barrington Farmer's Market28214 West Northwest Highway06/05/2018 to 09/25/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Lake Zurich Area Farmers Market 200 S. Rand RdVisit
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market413 N Milwaukee Ave05/30/2019 to 10/17/2019Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
McHenry Farmers Market3400 Pearl St.
Mundelein Farmers Market469 N. Seymour Avenue06/14/2013 to 10/11/2013Fri: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Olde Schaumburg Centre Farmers Market190 S. Roselle Road, Town Square06/06/2014 to 10/31/2014Fri: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Palatine Farmers' MarketSmith and Wood Street05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Rolling Meadows City Markets2720 Kirchoff Road05/26/2018 to 09/22/2018Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Village of Buffalo Grove Farmers Market971 McHenry Road06/12/2016 to 10/09/2016Sun: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Wauconda Farmers Market100 N. Main St.June 23 to Sept. 8Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
Woodstock Winter Farmers Market 11900 Country Club Road10/29/2016 to 04/15/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Veterinaries in Port Barrington

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chicago Equine Medical Center

Breweries in Port Barrington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bosacki's Home BrewBrewery610 E Hawley St2247785400Visit
Brew & GrowStationery and Office Supplies, Breweries, Other Business Services, datum, Crystal Lake Wholesale Da176 W Terra Cotta Ave8153014950, 8154553801Visit
Cary Ale House & Brewing CompanyBrewery208 W Main St8476397244Visit
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing CoBrewery128 W Main Saint (at 2nd St)8474284500
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Co.Brewery128 W Main St8474284500Visit
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Co., Emmett S Tavern & Brewing CoAmerican Restaurant, Bars & Clubs, Brewery, Food & Entertainment110 N Brockway St8473591533Visit
Fox and HoundBars, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Brewery, Sports Bar, Brewery, and Pub, Sports Bar910 W Dundee Rd8475909019, (847) 590-9019, 8472538545Visit
Frankly Yours Ii IncBrewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Equipment Supplies & Repair1580 E Algonquin Rd
Glunz Family Winery & CellarsWineries, Brewers888 E Belvidere Rd8475489463
Lakeshore BeverageGeneral Merchandise Wholesale, Breweries, Beer & Ale Distributors1401 E Algonquin Rd
Light The Lamp BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries10 N Lake St8477528489
Majestic Foods IncFood Stores, Grocery Stores, Breweries253 Commerce Dr8479842795
Mickey Finn's BreweryRock Club, Brewery, BBQ Joint345 N Milwaukee Ave8473626688Visit
Onion PubBrewers22221 N Pepper Rd2246557647
Only Child Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries, Brewery1350 Tri State Pkwy2246565241, (224) 656-5241Visit
Scorched Earth Brewing CompanyBrewery203 Berg St2242098472Visit
Side Lot BreweryBrewers110 Slocum Lake Rd8478650281Visit
Small Town BreweryBrewery1000 Brown St8155660415Visit
The Horseshoe Bar and GrillAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, and Speakeasy28686 W Northwest Hwy8473815530Visit
The Lucky MonkBrewery, Burger Joint, Pizza Place105 Hollywood Blvd (at Studio Dr)8478980500Visit
Tighthead Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries161 N Archer Ave8479709174
Villa Bleu Tavern & Restaurant - Fox River GroveAmerican, Steakhouse, European, Restaurant, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurants, Ba516 Northwest Hwy8476394500
Whats Brewing IncBrewer Equipment Supplies & Services335 W Northwest Hwy

Cell Towers in Port Barrington

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
16 N 802 POWERS RD (53042)LTOWER76
16 N 802 POWERS RD (53042)LTOWER76
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)MTOWER61
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)MTOWER60
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
5402 N RT 45TOWER51
42 EAST STTOWER48
11006 WILMONT RDTOWER48
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)MTOWER42
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)MTOWER42

Bridges in Port Barrington

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous20125518,400G
CulvertConcrete continuous20127118,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19825076,050G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199156575P

Superfund Sites Near Port Barrington

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FLOCON INC11595 MCCONNELL ROADMC HENRY
QUEBECOR WORLD2000 ARTHUR AVENUECOOK

Airports Near Port Barrington

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago Midway International AirportMDWLarge Airport
Chicago O'Hare International AirportORDLarge Airport
General Mitchell International AirportMKELarge Airport
Chicago Executive AirportPWKMedium Airport
Dupage AirportDPAMedium Airport
Kenosha Regional AirportENWMedium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aero Lake Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aerogrange AirportSmall Airport
Aeroview AirportSmall Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted AirportSmall Airport
Ames Private AirportSmall Airport
Aurora Municipal AirportAUZSmall Airport
Barker StripSmall Airport
Barten AirportSmall Airport
Big Foot AirfieldSmall Airport
Bingham AirportSmall Airport
Binzel AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk Island AirportSmall Airport
Bob Walberg FieldSmall Airport
Bolingbrook's Clow International AirportSmall Airport
Bountiful Acres 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
Christie AerodromeSmall Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Clover Valley AirportSmall Airport
Cody Port RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Colonial Acres AirportSmall Airport
Compass Rose AirportSmall Airport
Cushing Field Ltd AirportSmall Airport
Cwian FieldSmall Airport
Dacy AirportSmall Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Dick Burns Farm AirportSmall Airport
Digger Dougs AirportSmall Airport
Donald Alfred Gade AirportSmall Airport
Dutch Gap AirstripSmall Airport
East Troy Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Edward Getzelman AirportSmall Airport
Emerick AirportSmall Airport
Faken AirportSmall Airport
Ferris FieldSmall Airport
Fletcher AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Port Barrington

24 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Access Northwest Family Health CenterSubstance Abuse847-342-1554
Alexian Brothers BH HospBoth847-882-1600
Alexian Brothers BH HospSubstance Abuse847-882-1600
Alexian Brothers/Foglia Family - Foundation Resid Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse847-981-5900
Assoc for Individual Development (AID) - Behav Health OutpatientMental Health847-931-2340
Captain James Lovell Federal Health - Care Ctr Comm Based Outpt ClinicBoth815-759-2306
Ecker Center for Behavioral HealthBoth847-695-0484
Footprints Recovery IL - DBA Footprints RecoverySubstance Abuse847-281-5394
Greater Family Health - ElginBoth844-599-3700
Kenneth Young Center - Elk GroveBoth847-524-8800
La Familia Counseling IncSubstance Abuse773-807-7903
Lake County Health Dept/CHC - Womens Residential ServicesSubstance Abuse847-377-7950
Latino Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse847-695-9155
Leyden Family Service - SHARE ProgramSubstance Abuse847-882-4181
LSSI - Elgin Addiction Treatment CenterSubstance Abuse833-610-5774
Maryville Acad/Eisenburg CampusSubstance Abuse630-736-7488
Pioneer Center - Human ServicesMental Health815-344-1230
Pioneer Center - Madison Group HomeMental Health815-344-1230
Rosecrance Inc - Dakota CenterMental Health815-391-1000
Streamwood Behav Healthcare SystemBoth630-837-9000 x5577
Thresholds - McHenry CountyBoth773-572-5500
Treatment Centers of Illinois - Hanover Park TreatmentSubstance Abuse630-705-0556
VNA HealthcareMental Health630-892-4355
VNA HealthcareBoth630-892-4355

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Barrington

What is the population of Port Barrington?

Port Barrington has a population of 1,574 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,357 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.6 years. The population is 48.5% female and 51.5% male.

Is Port Barrington expensive to live in?

Port Barrington has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $144,167, 92% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $361,300 (28% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Port Barrington safe?

Port Barrington is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 25 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 950 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Port Barrington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Port Barrington?

Port Barrington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Port Barrington?

The job market in Port Barrington is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,060. There are 7,928 business establishments in the area, including 645 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 18.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port Barrington?

The median home value in Port Barrington is $361,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,843. The homeownership rate is 93.5%. The average annual property tax is $8,712.

How are the schools in Port Barrington?

Schools in Port Barrington score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.5% of adults in Port Barrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 16.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Port Barrington?

The obesity rate in Port Barrington is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.7% of adults are smokers. 19.0% are physically inactive. 22.1% of residents report depression. 7.6% lack health insurance. 93.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,222.

What is transportation like in Port Barrington?

The average commute in Port Barrington is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.4% of workers drive alone to work, 2.5% use public transit, and 18.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port Barrington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Barrington is 86.3% White, 2.3% Black or African American. 84.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.9% speak Spanish. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.8% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.

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