Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 414 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,969 (20.6%) |
| Some College | 3,688 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 5,746 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 3,346 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,493 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $113,102 ▲ 48% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $316,076 ▲ 13% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,574/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,491 |
| Vacant Units | 804 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Crystal Lake is a city in Illinois, located in McHenry County. The city spans 3 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 60,312 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 40.35 years.
Economically, Crystal Lake is a upper-middle-income community. The median household income of $113,101 is above the national average. Approximately 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Crystal Lake is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $316,076, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,573 per month. Homeownership is high at 83.3%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Crystal Lake is well-educated. 53.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is primarily White (80.91%).
Crystal Lake, IL offers residents above-average earning potential within Illinois. Spread across 3 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.