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Lake Zurich, Illinois

       
Total population 20,386 Average January/July temperatures 24.8° / 75.0°
Median home price $ 351,000 Annual Precipitation 38.29 in. /yr.
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Lake Zurich, Illinois

This Lake County suburb is experiencing rapid growth.

Cultural Attractions
The Mainstreet Art Centre offers painting and drawing classes and workshops for adults.
Economy
Manufacturing of goods, such as textiles and water treatment products, is a key industry in Lake Zurich.
Geography
Lake Zurich is northwest of Chicago.
Historical
This town was a well-known summer resort in the early 20th century.
Recreation
Paulus Park and Breezewald Beach, both located on Lake Zurich, are available for swimming.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 32.84 ° / 16.72 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 85.28 ° / 64.8 °
Precipitation (?) 38.29 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 25 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 85
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 115
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 351,000
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $85014.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $82549
Maximum state income tax (?) N/A
State sales tax (?) 6.5 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .220 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 44
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 70
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 28
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 196
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 1
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 23
Number of libraries within the county (?) 25
Number of museums within the county (?) 19
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 4
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 20,386
Population density (?) 3,011 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 68.8% growth
Population over 55 (?) 3,303 people
Education (?) 41 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 30
Number of clinics within the county (?) 59
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 142
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