Round Lake Heights, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · McHenry County County
Round Lake Heights, IL
At a Glance
How Round Lake Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Round Lake Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Round Lake Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Round Lake Heights residents earn a median household income of $75,556 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,549. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,928 business establishments, including 645 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Round Lake Heights is $196,100 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $310,912. Median rent is $1,435/month, with 23.3% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Round Lake Heights reports 78 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 234/100K.
Education
17.7% of adults in Round Lake Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 81.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Round Lake Heights has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.