Livability Score

75
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (2) F
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Gianni's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Pure Organic Juicery
Coffee Shop
Cook Street Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (1) F
Regal Lake Zurich
Cinema
Bowlero
Bowling Alley
Century Theatres
Cinema
Catlow Movie Theater
Cinema
Food and Drink (17) F
Sunset Pavilion
Bar
Oberweis
Sweets
Domino's
Fast Food
Copper Fiddle Distillery
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Binny's Beverage Depot
Alcohol
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Panera Bread
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Freddy's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Culver's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Jamba Juice
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Espresso Deli
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Chipotle
Fast Food
Potbelly
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Fitness (2) F
LA Fitness
Gym
CrossFit Lykos Lake Zurich
Gym
Groceries (7) F
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Touch of Sweets Bakery & Cafe
Bakery
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
Mariano's
Grocery Store
Whole Foods Market
Grocery Store
Hienen's
Grocery Store
Jewel-Osco
Grocery Store
Parks (42) A+
Lion's Park
Park
Heatherleigh Park
Park
Jonquil Park
Playground
Breezewald Park
Park
Breezewald Park
Park
Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park
Park
Old Mill Grove Park
Park
Oak Ridge Marsh
Park
Ela Township Soccer Fields
Park
Staples Park
Park
Old Mill Grove Park Playground
Playground
Richard E Staples Youth Sports Complex
Park
Paulus Park
Park
Paulus Park
Park
Sandlewood Park
Park
Kuechmann Park
Park
Countryside East Park
Park
Knox Park
Park
Quail Run Park
Park
Bristol Trails Park Playground
Playground
Bristol Trails Park
Park
Orchards Park
Park
Sparrow Ridge Park
Park
Countryside West Soccer Park
Park
Chestnut Corners/Hunters Creek Park
Park
Shops (6) F
Casper True Value Hardware
Home Improvement
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Target
Department Store
BP Shop
Convenience Store
Kohl's
Department Store
Best Buy
Electronics
Nail Arts
Beauty
AT&T
Electronics
Barnes & Noble
Books
Bed Bath & Beyond
Houseware
Great Clips
Hairdresser
LensCrafters
Optician
Loft
Clothing
MAC Cosmetics
Beauty
Pandora
Fashion
Madison Reed
Beauty
LoveSac
Furniture
Ms. Bossy Boots
Shoes
Pottery Barn
Furniture
Ulta Beauty
Beauty
Teak+Plus
Furniture
Sunglass Hut
Optician
World Market
Interior Decoration
Bath & Body Works
Beauty
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 4.4% take public transportation in Lake Zurich.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations F
Barrington
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.4% C
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cost of living F

The cost of living in Lake Zurich is 127/100 - which is 32% higher than Illinois.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. F
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax D+
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crime A+

Lake Zurich crime rates are 1,334 per 100k, which is 32% lower than Illinois
Property Crime
1,277 crimes per 100k B
Violent Crime
56 crimes per 100k A+
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employment A+

The median income in Lake Zurich is $113,467 - which is 92% higher than Illinois.
Med. Household Income
$113,467 A+
Unemployment Rate
2.7% A-
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health C-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (5)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A
Lake Zurich Police Department
Police
Lake Zurich Fire Department
Fire Station
Diamond Dental Service
Dentist
Northwest Community Healthcare Immediate Care
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Lake Zurich Fire / Rescue Station 3
Fire Station
Lakeside Dental
Dentist
Hawthorn Woods Family Dental Care
Dentist
Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern Illinois
Hospital
Barrington Fire Department
Fire Station
James Gavrillos
Dentist
Air Quality
Median Air Quality F
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housing A+

Lake Zurich home prices are $341,900 - which is 96% higher than Illinois
Home Price
$341,900 A+
Home Appreciation Rate
6% B
Home Affordability
3x (home price to income ratio) B+
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schools B+

The Lake Zurich graduation rate is 94% - which is 11% higher than Illinois
School Test Scores
55% D
High School Grad. Rates
94% A+
Elementary Schools (6) C-
St Francis De Sales School
May Whitney Elem School
Sarah Adams Elementary School
Kindercare Learning Center
Lake Zurich Middle - S Campus
Isaac Fox Elementary School
Seth Paine Elem School
Montessori Children'S House Of N. Barrington
Lake Zurich Middle - N Campus
Spencer Loomis Elementary School
St Matthew Lutheran School
North Barrington Elem School
Bright Horizons
Roslyn Road Elem School
Atonement Christian Day School
Arnett C Lines Elem School
Barrington Middle Sch Station
St Anne Parish School
Hough Street Elem School
High Schools (1) F
Lake Zurich High School
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ratings A+

Lake Zurich has an overall rating of 90% from 6 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (5)
From AreaVibes A+
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Lake Zurich, IL Area Guide

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Lake Zurich Area Facts

  • Lake Zurich has a Livability Score of 75/100, which is considered excellent
  • Lake Zurich crime rates are 32% lower than the Illinois average
  • Cost of living in Lake Zurich is 32% higher than the Illinois average

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Lake Zurich Illinois: A Great Place for Families 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) My family and I valued our experiences while living in Lake Zurich Illinois. The city is a smaller segment of Chicago and is named for its lake. It is a great place to raise families. I have confidence in the school system there. They have very good teachers and solid scholastic ...Read More programs. The job market is fervent, and housing costs are moderate. Homes are conveniently located throughout the city. There is a lot to do in Lake Zurich. The town hosts events year-round that are relevant to the entire family. Lake Zurich has moderate weather, giving way to colder temperatures during winter, but other seasons are perfect in climate.

The living expenses there are fairly low, which is great for families of any size. Crime rates are extremely low, it is a community that reinforces safety. Neighbors are socially connected and demonstrate a united front. Some of the best areas in Lake Zurich surround the downtown district. Many festivals are held here, and the central space offers plenty of fine dining and shopping. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lake Zurich? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Lion's Park
      Heatherleigh Park
      Jonquil Park
      Breezewald Park
      Breezewald Park
      Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park
      Old Mill Grove Park
      Oak Ridge Marsh

      Entertainment

      Regal Lake Zurich
      Bowlero
      Century Theatres
      Catlow Movie Theater

      Food & Drink

      Sunset Pavilion
      Oberweis
      Domino's
      Copper Fiddle Distillery
      Burger King
      McDonald's
      Jimmy John's
      Binny's Beverage Depot

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Lake Zurich? Of all people who commute, 4.4% take public transportation in Lake Zurich.
      Drive to Work
      78%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      F Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Lake Zurich? The cost of living in Lake Zurich is 127/100 - which is 32% higher than Illinois.
      Lake Zurich
      127

      27% more expensive than average

      Illinois
      96

      4% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Lake Zurich? Lake Zurich crime rates are 1,334, which are 32% lower than Illinois
      Total Crime
      1,334 per 100k people

      43% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 75

      43% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      33%

      Year over year crime is up

      A+ Employment

      What is the median income in Lake Zurich? The median income in Lake Zurich is $113,467 which is 92% higher than Illinois.
      Median household income
      $113,467105% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $49,26365% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      41% lower than the US average

      A Health & Safety

      Is Lake Zurich a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Lake Zurich home prices? Lake Zurich home prices are $341,900 - which is 96% higher than Illinois
      Median home value
      $341,90085% higher than the US average
      Median rent price
      $1,61870% higher than the US average
      Home Ownership
      81%

      27% higher than the US average

      B+ Schools

      Does Lake Zurich have good schools? The Lake Zurich graduation rate is 94% - which is 11% higher than Illinois
      High school grad. rates
      94%

      13% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      55%

      15% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      5% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Lake Zurich a good place to live? Lake Zurich has an overall rating of 90% from 6 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      90%

      6 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      91%

      5 total surveys

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