Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Round Lake Heights is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,585. Residents earn $75,556 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
Based on current data, Round Lake Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Round Lake Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Round Lake Heights is $75,556, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Round Lake Heights is $196,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,435 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.
The violent crime rate of 475 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,023 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Round Lake Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 63.4% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.6% |
| 173% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,556 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,549 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,060 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,804 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,928 |
| County GDP | $15,983M |
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Healthcare | 846 |
| Retail | 816 |
| Manufacturing | 432 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.44% |
| Commute Time | 35.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
| Census Median | $196,100 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $296,193 |
| Median List Price | $399,000 |
| Median List Price | $399,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $140 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,435 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.44% |
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.5% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,730/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
| Total Violent | 475.2/100K |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 36.6/100K |
| Robbery | 73.1/100K |
| Assault | 365.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,023.4/100K |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 146.2/100K |
| Theft | 877.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.8 inches |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 785 ft (239 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,457/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3846°N, 88.1059°W |
| County FIPS | 17111 |
Winner: Republican by 5.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.7% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,457/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Retail Stores | 816 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 35.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |