Lake Forest at a glanceBeautiful in any season, the community of Lake Forest, located thirty-one miles north of the City of Chicago on the west shore of Lake Michigan, is recognized for its natural beauty, sensitivity to open space and preservation of its historic structures and landscapes. Vibrant business districts, including the historic and charming Market Square, welcome residents and visitors alike.
| Lake Forest Commuting by Rail Metra nion Pacific service available from/to Lake Forest - Chicago |
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| Lake Forest Demographics (source: US Census, 2000) |
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| Lake Forest Population Facts | |
| Total Population | 20,059 |
| Median Age | 41.0 |
| Population 25 years and over | 12,728 |
| Average Family Size | 3.17 |
| Male, Now married (population 15 years and over) |
5,263 |
| Female, Now married (population 15 years and over) |
5,411 |
| Lake Forest Housing Facts | |
| Owner-occupied Housing Units | 5,836 |
| Renter-occupied Housing Units | 851 |
| Lake Forest Education Facts | |
| High school graduate or higher | 12,374 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 9,397 |
| Lake Forest Real Estate & Income Facts | |
| Median household income | $165,512 |
| Mean travel time to work in minutes | 31.7 |
| Families below poverty level | 87 |
| Single-family owner-occupied homes | 5,261 |
| Median Home value | $662,400 |
| Lake Forest Municipal Contacts | |
| Lake Forest City Hall | 220 E. Deerpath Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (847) 234-2600 |
| Public Safety (Police & Fire |
255 W. Deerpath Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (847) 234-2601 |
| Senior Center | 100 E. Old Mill Road Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (847) 234-2209 |
| Lake Forest Library | 360 East Deerpath Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (847) 234-0636 |
| Recreation Center | 400 Hasting Road Lake Forest, Illinois 60045 (847) 234-6700 |
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