Salem Lakes, WI

Wisconsin · McHenry County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Salem Lakes is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 14,521. Residents earn $94,554 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

14,521 Population 478/sq mi density

$94,554 Median Income $46,879 per capita

$281,500 Home Value $307,938 Zillow

$1,132 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

49 Violent Crime/100K 1,195 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.7 / 5.0

$94,554 median income, 3.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$281,500 home value, $1,132/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

49 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $94,554

26% higher than US avg

Home Value $281,500

0% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 49/100K

87% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.8%

18% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,132

3% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.4%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.2%

11% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.7%

86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,521

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density478/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$94,554

Per Capita$46,879

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty1.7%

County GDP$15,983M

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$281,500

Rent$1,132

Ownership85.6%

Zillow$307,938

Housing Units6,332

Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

Violent49/100K

Property1,195/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%

Uninsured7.7%

Smoking14.4%

Depression26.0%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain37.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation759 ft (231 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.8%

High School+93.1%

Graduate+10.0%

School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%

Commute33 min

Broadband87.1%

EV Stations3

Libraries13

Is Salem Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salem Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Salem Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salem Lakes is $94,554, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salem Lakes is $281,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Salem Lakes is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,195 per 100,000, 39% below the national average.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Salem Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Salem Lakes has a population of 14,521 with a density of 478 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 1.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents, while 6.4% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,521

Total Population

478

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

12.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Salem Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.4%

52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salem Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salem Lakes is $94,554, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,879 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,060, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% 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 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Salem Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$94,554
	26% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,879
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,060
IRS Avg AGI	$93,804
Gini Index	0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.2%
	11% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.7%
	86% below US avg
Establishments (County)	7,928
County GDP	$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants	645
Healthcare	846
Retail	816
Manufacturing	432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,712
	149% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.9 min
Drive Alone	76.2%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Salem Lakes is $281,500, 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,938. Homes sell for 100.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,132 (3% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 6,332 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $8,712 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$281,500
	0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$307,938
Median List Price	$395,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$395,000
$/Sq Ft	$216
Homes Sold	11
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.3%
Price Drops	14.3%
Inventory	14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,132
	3% below US avg
Rent Burden	23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	85.6%
Owner-Occupied	85.6%
Renter-Occupied	14.4%
Housing Units	6,332
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,712
	149% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.09%

In Salem Lakes, 38.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 29.2% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report binge drinking. 24.0% are physically inactive. 26.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% 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: Salem Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.4%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	8.9%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	29.2%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.3%
Physical Inactivity	24.0%
Depression	26.0%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.0%
Uninsured	7.7%
	10% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,222
Dentists	1:1,450
Mental Health	1:360
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	67.8%
Premature Death	5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	93.1%
Healthcare Facilities	846

Salem Lakes has a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,195 per 100,000, 39% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Salem Lakes receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Salem Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	49.1/100K
	87% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,194.8/100K
	39% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Salem Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 759 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.4°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	759 ft (231 m)
Area	12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²)
Population Density	478/sq mi
Coordinates	42.5365°N, 88.1332°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	McHenry County County
Nearest Airport	Kenosha Regional (ENW) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"

1% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.02"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

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

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	90.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	84.0 / 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

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	135 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	70 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	140 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	86 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	110 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	43 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	68 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

456 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 107 fatalities, 2,219 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990	EF5	97 km	29
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	53 km	1
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	100 km	3
Jun 13, 1976	EF4	97 km	2
Sep 28, 1972	EF4	36 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	100 km	33
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	74 km	24
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	44 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	41 km	6
Aug 22, 1964	EF4	95 km	0
Jun 20, 2021	EF3	88 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	16 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	59 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	84 km	0
Jul 19, 1963	EF3	11 km	0
Jun 22, 2024	EF2	81 km	0
Nov 22, 2010	EF2	72 km	0
Jul 22, 2010	EF2	37 km	0
Jun 21, 2010	EF2	48 km	0
Jun 25, 1998	EF2	89 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	139 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: IBSP SOUTH F1 RX (690 ac, 2024).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2024	IBSP SOUTH F1 RX	690	30 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	69 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	1.6 in	Coldest
February	24°F (-5°C)	1.3 in	Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.4 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.6 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.2 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.9 in
July	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (21°C)	4.0 in
September	62°F (17°C)	3.8 in
October	51°F (10°C)	2.4 in
November	38°F (3°C)	2.6 in
December	25°F (-4°C)	2.1 in

Salem Lakes has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 21°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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Salem Lakes is located in McHenry County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 27.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51.9% of the vote, a 5.3-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 846 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.2% of workers drive alone to work.

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 Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.8%
	18% below US avg
High School+	93.1%
Graduate Degree+	10.0%
School Test Score	5.81

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	478/sq mi
Total Area	12.5 sq mi
County	McHenry County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.1%
Avg Download Speed	124.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	10.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	846
Restaurants	645
Retail Stores	816

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.9 min
Drive Alone	76.2%
Public Transit	0.5%
Work from Home	10.7%

Average costs for common services in Salem Lakes. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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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

Schools in Salem Lakes

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Salem Elementary	Elementary	1,000	67	14.9:1
Riverview Elementary	Elementary	438	33	13.3:1

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Radio Stations near Salem Lakes

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WMXM 88.9FM	—	MP3 128 kbps
V100.7	urban contemporary	AAC
Ketch Radio	hits, talk	MP3 128 kbps
FM106.1	country	AAC
WLUM 102.1 FM Milwaukee, WI	aaa, alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
FM 102/1	alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Salem Lakes

27 national parks and monuments found near Salem Lakes.

Park	Type	Fee
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
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail	State Park	Free
Calumet Park	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	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
Harrington Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Park Expansion	State Park	Free
Lakeshore State Park	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	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

Museums in Salem Lakes

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KENOSHA MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2626527000	$343,067
RUSSELL MILITARY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		8473957020	$343,067
BUSY BRAINS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	130 CEDAR AVENUE	2243811239	$27,382
LAKES REGION HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	817 MAIN ST	8473957337	$24,232
ANDERSON MUSEUM OF FLIGHT	GENERAL MUSEUM
BURLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHAIN O LAKES AREA ART WORKS CHILDREN'S MUSUEM	ART MUSEUM		8475877882
CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627636044
GRANT HALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8475870544
GRANT HALL MUSEUM OF THE FOX LAKE-GRANT TOWNSHIP AREA HISTO	GENERAL MUSEUM	411 WASHINGTON ST	8475870544
GRAYSLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	164 HAWLEY STREET	8472237663
HISTORIC MILLBURN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE COUNTY FARM HERITAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LAKE VILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	223 LAKE AVENUE	8472658266
LIBERTYVILLE MUNDELEIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	413 N MILWAUKEE AVE	8473622330
LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	533 MILWAUKEE AVE
NEWPORT TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8476230939
PRAIRIE GRASS NATURE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8477409823
PRINGLE NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	9800 COUNTY HIGHWAY M B	2628578008
ROBERT T. WRIGHT COMMUNITY GALLERY OF ART	ART MUSEUM		8475432000
SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627633946
VOLO AUTO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8153853644
WESTERN KENOSHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	25905 114TH STREET	2628627165

Libraries in Salem Lakes

Name	Address	Annual Visits
COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE	578,397
WARREN-NEWPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	224 NORTH O'PLAINE ROAD	468,521
LAKE VILLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	1001 EAST GRAND AVENUE	300,000
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	809 NORTH FRONT STREET	225,825
GRAYSLAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	100 LIBRARY LANE	224,723
ROUND LAKE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	906 HART ROAD	180,643
ANTIOCH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	757 MAIN STREET	175,652
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	166 E. JEFFERSON ST.	168,218
FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	255 EAST GRAND AVENUE	126,790
COMMUNITY LIBRARY	24615 89TH ST.	85,848
JOHNSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	3000 NORTH JOHNSBURG ROAD	74,563
WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 N. RIVER ST.	65,239
GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	1215 MAIN ST.	46,072
RIVER EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	813 WEST IL ROUTE 120	29,800
NIPPERSINK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	5418 HILL ROAD	28,433
ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	208 W. SPRING ST.	21,818
GENOA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 FREEMAN ST.	16,476

Farmers Markets in Salem Lakes

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Antioch's Farmers Market	900 Skidmore Drive		Thu: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Bristol Farmers Market	83rd Street	June to October	Wed:2:00 pm - 6:00 pm;		Visit
Downtown Burlington Farmers Market	Washington & Pine Streets	05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Farmers Market of Sturtevant	8505 durand ave.		Mon: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Fox Lake Farmers Market	17 E School St.	06/05/2018 to 09/25/2018	Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Grayslake Farmers Market	Center and Whitney Streets	06/03/2015 to 09/23/2015	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Gurnee Farmers Market	Grand Ave. & Kilbourne Rd.
MainStreet Libertyville Farmers Market	413 N Milwaukee Ave	05/30/2019 to 10/17/2019	Thu: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
McHenry Farmers Market	3400 Pearl St.
WestoshaMarket	30820 111th Street	07/06/2016 to 09/28/2016	Wed: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Salem Lakes

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Aeppeltreow Winery	Wineries, Manufacturers, Brewers, Wholesalers	1072 288th Ave	2628785345
B D Village Inn	Restaurant Family: Chain, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grills, Bed & B	34414 Geneva Rd	2625374719	Visit
Glunz Family Winery & Cellars	Wineries, Brewers	888 E Belvidere Rd	8475489463
Hitch N Post Saloon	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation,	120 N Browns Lake Dr	2625343888	Visit
Light The Lamp Brewery	Bars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries	10 N Lake St	8477528489
Majestic Foods Inc	Food Stores, Grocery Stores, Breweries	253 Commerce Dr	8479842795
Old Post Office Brewing	Tourist Information & Attractions, Restaurants, Breweries	667 Lexington Sq W
Only Child Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery	1350 Tri State Pkwy	2246565241, (224) 656-5241	Visit
Spokes Restaurant & Bar	Bars, Pub, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Restaurants, Pub, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Night Clubs, B	14001 Washington Ave	2628987900	Visit

Cell Towers in Salem Lakes

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1271 224th Ave (18915)	GTOWER	102
MT TOM - CTH J (66343)	GTOWER	91
38601 31ST STREET (18913)	MTOWER	78
1515 1517 COUNTY HWY D (78337)	GTOWER	69
38700 87TH ST. (18912)	MTOWER	67
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)	LTOWER	63
PLAZA 20 BUCKLEY RD (101068)	LTOWER	63
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)	MTOWER	61
835 Holbeck Drive (111374)	MTOWER	61
W672 PELL LAKE DRIVE (78340)	MTOWER	61
724 McKinley Street (66351)	LTOWER	61
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)	MTOWER	60
440 EAST ROUTE 173 (681)	MTOWER	60
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)	MTOWER	59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)	MTOWER	59
18917 SPRING STREET (66344)	MTOWER	56
16105 BURLINGTON ROAD (67243)	MTOWER	49
9240 328TH AVENUE (67247)	MTOWER	48
11006 WILMONT RD	TOWER	48
9951 TERWALL TERRACE (101312)	MTOWER	47
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)	MTOWER	42
41486 HIGHWAY 45 (79692)	MTOWER	42

Bridges in Salem Lakes

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1929	140	3,900	F
	Slab	Concrete continuous	2010	36	635	G

Amtrak Stations in Salem Lakes

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Sturtevant, WI	9900 East Exploration Court	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Salem Lakes

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BADGER GENERATING COMPANY, LLC	9101 88TH AVE.	KENOSHA
GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING COMPANY, INC.	10101 SCIENCE DRIVE	RACINE
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT	8000 95TH ST	KENOSHA
PLEASANT PRAIRIE POWER PLANT	8000 95TH ST	KENOSHA
PQ LLC	1945 DELANY RD	LAKE
ZION ENERGY CENTER	5701 NINTH STREET	LAKE

Airports Near Salem Lakes

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago O'Hare International Airport	ORD	Large Airport
General Mitchell International Airport	MKE	Large Airport
Chicago Executive Airport	PWK	Medium Airport
Dupage Airport	DPA	Medium Airport
Kenosha Regional Airport	ENW	Medium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aero Lake Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroview Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Binzel Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Campbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Capitol Drive Airport	—	Small Airport
Casa De Aero Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Colonial Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Dougs Airport	—	Small Airport
Doering Farms Airfield	—	Small Airport
Donald Alfred Gade Airport	—	Small Airport
Dutch Gap Airstrip	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Edward Getzelman Airport	—	Small Airport
Emerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Erin Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Faken Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferris Field	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Q Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox River Airport	—	Small Airport
Funny Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Galt Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Salem Lakes

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Mount Pleasant Police Department	8811 Campus Drive
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Grocery Stores in Salem Lakes

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 21226	Other	11780 Antioch Rd
Dollar General 25216	Other	28618 75th St
Trevor Citgo	Convenience Store	12617 Antioch Rd
Trevor Mini Mart	Convenience Store	25921 Wilmot Rd

Treatment Centers in Salem Lakes

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Assoc for Individual Development (AID) - Behav Health Outpatient	Mental Health	847-931-2340
Captain James Lovell Federal Health - Care Ctr Comm Based Outpt Clinic	Both	815-759-2306
Clement J Zablocki VAMC - Union Grove Clinic	Both	262-878-7001
Lake County Group Home	Mental Health	847-377-8686
Oakwood Clinical Associates Ltd	Both	262-652-9830
Pioneer Center - Human Services	Mental Health	815-344-1230

Churches & Religious Organizations in Salem Lakes

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
RIVER RIDGE CHURCH INC	12609 257TH AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salem Lakes

What is the population of Salem Lakes?

Salem Lakes has a population of 14,521 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 478 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Salem Lakes expensive to live in?

Salem Lakes is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $94,554, 26% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $281,500 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Salem Lakes safe?

Salem Lakes is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,195 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Salem Lakes receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Salem Lakes?

Salem Lakes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Salem Lakes?

Salem Lakes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average 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 33 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Salem Lakes?

The median home value in Salem Lakes is $281,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,938. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,132. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.6%. The average annual property tax is $8,712.

How are the schools in Salem Lakes?

Schools in Salem Lakes score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.8% of adults in Salem Lakes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 10.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Salem Lakes?

The obesity rate in Salem Lakes is 38.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 24.0% are physically inactive. 26.0% of residents report depression. 7.7% 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 Salem Lakes?

The average commute in Salem Lakes is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Salem Lakes?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Salem Lakes is 88% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.4% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 95.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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