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Lanark, IL
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Population: 1,571
Home Price: $83,900
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Overview
Lanark is a small town in the state of Illinois with a population of 1,571. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Lanark has a four seasons climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Low Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(D) Fair
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(A) Excellent
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
26.7 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
-
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Lanark, IL
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Per Capita Income
$29,840
$32,213
$32,693
Median Household Income
$62,083
$66,690
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
5.9%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
9.4%
10.5%
Age
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Median Age
43.4
41.5
42.3
Gender
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Male
48.1%
49.8%
49.8%
Female
51.9%
50.2%
50.2%
Race
Lanark
Illinois
United States
White
95.3%
87.6%
80.3%
Black or African American
1.5%
4.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.2%
2.7%
Asian
0.0%
1.7%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.2%
2.0%
2.7%
Multiracial
2.8%
3.7%
5.2%
Housing Information
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Median Home Price
$83,900
$140,846
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$512
$721
$801
Family Households
52.7%
52.7%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
21.7%
21.7%
26.2%
Homeowners
76.8%
77.4%
72.9%
Renters
23.2%
22.6%
27.1%
Education
Lanark
Illinois
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.3%
6.6%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
39.5%
39.5%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.2%
23.1%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
16.3%
10.1%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
8.7%
13.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Mathematics
47.0%
32.0%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
47.0%
38.5%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Murder
0.0
2.2
3.0
Rape
75.8
43.2
38.0
Robbery
0.0
33.2
40.7
Assault
0.0
146.2
188.5
Property Crime
Lanark
Illinois
United States
Burglary
151.6
246.4
336.1
Theft
303.3
1262.2
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
0.0
122.7
167.1
Arson
0.0
11.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Lanark, IL
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
pequods
hot dogs
delicious
cheese
pizza
pork
beer
consumption
cheddar
veggies
ice cream
spaghetti
baking
cafe
liquor
restaurants
meals
tacos
salad
burger
basketball
football
baseball
college basketball
little league
college football
softball
teams
fantasy football
news #uncommitted #ncaa
coaching
athletes
disc golf
coaches
nfl
youlive
nba
golf
athlete
volleyball
creativity
nature
photography
artistry
poster
artifacts
digital artist
collection
spending time
delving into a
disc golf
legos
nature photography
photography
nascar
fishing
books
toys
memes
anime
drama
sports
local news
tv
photography
broadcasts
promotions
networking
hospitality
journalism
podcasts
commentary
educational
communications
marketing
sports
summer
space
youlive
nature
winter
photography
lodging
backyard
outdoor living
frisbee
fishing
pool
landscaping
visitors
prep juco
facilities
rec
facility
black friday
order online
furniture
cart
catalogs
halloween decor
shop local
coupons
walgreens
carts
discounts
costco
warehouse
cafe
soda
goods
restaurants
pickup
toys
merch
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