Royal Lakes, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Royal Lakes is a small town in Illinois with a population of 318.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
318 Population 677/sq mi density
$54,400 Home Value
$283 Median Rent 27.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $283
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.8%
213% higher than US avg

How Royal Lakes Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population318
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density677/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans14.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$12,546
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty38.8%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$54,400
Rent$283
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units139
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.7%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation644 ft (196 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+71.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Broadband67.7%
Libraries9

Is Royal Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royal Lakes receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Royal Lakes faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 38.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Royal Lakes is $54,400, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $283 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Royal Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Royal Lakes has a population of 318 with a density of 677 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (74.8%), with 24.2% White.

Population

318
Total Population
677
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.2%
Female 69.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Royal Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Royal Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royal Lakes is N/A. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Royal Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$12,546
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.8%
213% above US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Royal Lakes is $54,400, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $283 (76% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$283
76% below US avg
Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.8%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate7.03%
In Royal Lakes, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Royal Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Royal Lakes has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density677/sq mi
Coordinates39.1133°N, 89.9585°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 67.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+71.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density677/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

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