New Lenox

IL

Will County, Illinois

Population 701K |Median income $109,984 |4 hospitals

Population
701,462
Will County
Median Income
$109,984
+62% vs avg
Median Home Value
$319,600
+40% vs avg
Median Age
39.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
701K+3%
Median Income
$109,984+44%
Median Home Value
$319,600+46%
Poverty Rate
7.3%-9%
Unemployment
4.9%-49%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,462/mo
Poverty Rate
7.3% -49% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 37.5%
Work From Home 14.7%
Public Transit 2%

Population

White 62.3%
African American 11.8%
Asian 6.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38%
Short Sleep Duration
37.3%
High Blood Pressure
32%
Physical Inactivity
24%
Binge Drinking
18.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.7%
Current Smoking
11.6%
Diabetes
10.7%
Current Asthma
9.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.5%
Annual Checkup 77.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.3%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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2
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0
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0
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1
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
3
SILVER CROSS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTERS
NEW LENOX · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
UCHICAGO MEDICINE ADVENTHEALTH BOLINGBROOK
BOLINGBROOK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
SAINT JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER
JOLIET · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — New Lenox 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
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
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of New Lenox, IL? ▼
New Lenox, IL has a population of 701,462 people, located in Will County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in New Lenox? ▼
The median household income in New Lenox, IL is $109,984 per year. The poverty rate is 7.3%.
What is the median home value in New Lenox? ▼
The median home value in New Lenox, IL is $319,600. Median rent is $1,462/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Lenox? ▼
The top health indicators in New Lenox include Obesity (38%), Short Sleep Duration (37.3%), High Blood Pressure (32%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Lenox? ▼
New Lenox has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Lenox? ▼
The median age in New Lenox, IL is 39.1 years. 37.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Lenox, IL is located in Will County, Illinois. With a population of 701K and a median household income of $109,984, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the New Lenox 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 (Will 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.