Wonder Lake, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · McHenry County County
Wonder Lake, IL
At a Glance
How Wonder Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wonder Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wonder Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wonder Lake residents earn a median household income of $102,829 , which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,862. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% 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 Wonder Lake is $242,300 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $291,107. Median rent is $1,577/month, with 14.2% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Wonder Lake reports 19 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 495/100K.
Education
23.5% of adults in Wonder Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wonder Lake 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 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.