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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Lake Zurich, IL

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

19,832population

40.3median age

This community is a community of 19,832 with a median age of 40.3. The population is predominantly White (80.6%) with a significant Asian community (8.4%). Median household income is $135,968. 97% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 60.7% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 77.8%, with a median home value of $435,300.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

80.6%15,988

Asian

8.4%1,660

Hispanic/Latino

6.7%1,333

Two or More

3.1%617

Black

0.7%141

Other

0.4%71

Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander

0.1%13

American Indian/Alaska Native

0%9

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

0.3%42

High School Diploma

12.2%1,664

Some College (<1 yr)

5.3%718

Some College (1+ yr)

12%1,632

Associate's Degree

6.6%902

Bachelor's Degree

37.2%5,075

Master's Degree

18.6%2,544

Professional Degree

2.3%317

Doctorate

2.6%351

HS or Higher

97%

BA or Higher

60.7%

Graduate+

23.5%

Housingi

$435,300median home value

$1,909median rent

77.8%homeownership

7,588total units

2.6%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 77.8%

Renter 22.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

1.3%76

$50K–$100K

0.2%13

$100K–$150K

0.7%41

$150K–$200K

0.7%40

$200K–$300K

12.5%720

$300K–$500K

56.3%3,241

$500K–$1M

26.8%1,540

$1M+

1.4%81

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

107

$1,500–$2,000

602

$2,000+

680

Year Built

2020 or later

1.4%107

2010–2019

4.9%373

2000–2009

9.5%721

1990–1999

16.7%1,269

1980–1989

31.5%2,393

1970–1979

21%1,592

1960–1969

5.9%450

1950–1959

7.3%556

1940–1949

0.5%40

1939 or earlier

1.1%87

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

89.2%6,596

Electricity

8.9%659

Bottled/LP Gas

0.9%63

No Fuel

0.7%51

Solar

0.3%23

Household Economyi

$135,968median household income

$61,196per capita income

3.4%poverty rate

3.2%unemployment

11,646labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

2.6%191

$10K–$15K

1.5%110

$15K–$20K

2.6%195

$20K–$25K

1.9%144

$25K–$30K

0.5%39

$30K–$35K

0.7%51

$35K–$40K

1.6%118

$40K–$45K

1.2%87

$45K–$50K

2.1%158

$50K–$60K

4.5%332

$60K–$75K

5.9%438

$75K–$100K

6%441

$100K–$125K

15.2%1,125

$125K–$150K

9.2%678

$150K–$200K

17.1%1,267

$200K+

27.3%2,018

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

246

Avg. Tenant Renti

$518/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

77 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers25 homes87% occupied$636/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 870 homes89% occupied$476/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $135,968/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $41K/yr

74.1%

Very low income$41K–$68K/yr

18%

Low income$68K–$109K/yr

7.9%

Who Receives This Housing

90.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

65.6% of subsidized households are minority

10.4% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

18.9% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

3,13315.8%

By Region

Top Countries

Poland

475

India

398

Korea

265

China

132

Mexico

107

Germany

103

Canada

United Kingdom

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

10,851

Avg. Commutei

27.6 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

11,264

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

656(4.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

96.5%Insured

3.5%Uninsured