Illinois
Willow Lake is a small town in Illinois with a population of 838. Residents earn $93,750 per year, which is 25% above the national average.
Based on current data, Willow Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Willow Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Willow Lake is $93,750, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Willow Lake is $154,100, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Willow Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $93,750 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,076 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,398 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,019 |
| County GDP | $2,485M |
| Restaurants | 91 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 137 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,642 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.66% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
| Census Median | $154,100 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $239,900 |
| Median List Price | $239,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $124 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,642 |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.66% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.8% |
| Depression | 24.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 9,373/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.4 inches |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 34.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 809 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3342°N, 89.6353°W |
| County FIPS | 17177 |
Winner: Republican by 19.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.2% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
| Restaurants | 91 |
| Retail Stores | 137 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |