Lake Forest

IL

Lake County, Illinois

Population 714K |Median income $110,416 |7 hospitals

Population
714,223
Lake County
Median Income
$110,416
+62% vs avg
Median Home Value
$345,700
+52% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
714K+2%
Median Income
$110,416+43%
Median Home Value
$345,700+36%
Poverty Rate
8.3%-8%
Unemployment
5%-46%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,477/mo
Poverty Rate
8.3% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 47.7%
Work From Home 19.5%
Public Transit 2.7%

Population

White 61.2%
Asian 8.7%
African American 6.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
33.1%
Obesity
32.9%
High Blood Pressure
32.4%
Physical Inactivity
19.9%
Binge Drinking
15.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.1%
Diabetes
11.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
11%
Current Smoking
10.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
9.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.3%
Annual Checkup 76.9%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 7 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
4
★★★
0
★★
1
★
0
Average Rating
3.8/5
Total Hospitals
7
With ER
6
NORTHWESTERN LAKE FOREST HOSPITAL
LAKE FOREST · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
MIDWESTERN REGION MED CENTER, INC
ZION · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ADVOCATE CONDELL MEDICAL CENTER
LIBERTYVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ADVOCATE GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPITAL
BARRINGTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
NORTH CHICAGO VA MEDICAL CENTER
NORTH CHICAGO · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
VISTA MEDICAL CENTER EAST
WAUKEGAN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Lake Forest Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Lake, Mason, and Oceana Counties Through Tuesday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Lake Forest, IL? ▼
Lake Forest, IL has a population of 714,223 people, located in Lake County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Lake Forest? ▼
The median household income in Lake Forest, IL is $110,416 per year. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
What is the median home value in Lake Forest? ▼
The median home value in Lake Forest, IL is $345,700. Median rent is $1,477/month.
What are the top health concerns in Lake Forest? ▼
The top health indicators in Lake Forest include Short Sleep Duration (33.1%), Obesity (32.9%), High Blood Pressure (32.4%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Lake Forest? ▼
Lake Forest has 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. 6 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Lake Forest? ▼
The median age in Lake Forest, IL is 39.1 years. 47.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Lake Forest, IL is located in Lake County, Illinois. With a population of 714K and a median household income of $110,416, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 7 hospitals with an average rating of 3.8/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Lake Forest area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Lake County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.