Choosing a diverse place to raise a family can impact the way a child sees the world.
Niche, a website offering rankings and statistics on towns, schools and colleges, recently released its 2024 Most Diverse Places to Live. It offers a look at the most diverse places for people with kids in Lake County to call home based on a variety of factors.
These statistics were calculated based on ethnic and economic diversity statistics by city from the U.S. Census. You can find the full methodology here.
Top 10 most diverse places in Lake County
Zion
- Average home value: $163,500
- Population: 24,570
Zion’s impressive lakefront access along Illinois Beach State Park is a major draw for residents and tourists.
Waukegan
- Average home value: $164,400
- Population: 89,435
With a downtown filled with diverse food options and access to the lakeshore along Illinois Beach State Park, Waukegan is appealing new residents.
Round Lake
- Average home value: $248,100
- Population: 18,677
Round Lake’s park system is well loved, including Lakefront Park, a great place for families to picnic and swim.
Round Lake Heights
- Average home value: $194,900
- Population: 2,687
Conveniently located small businesses in Round Lake Heights offer this suburb’s diverse communities plenty of options to choose from.
North Chicago
- Average home value: $130,400
- Population: 30,890
Good public transportation, plenty of restaurant options and proximity to the lakeshore makes North Chicago a popular suburb.
Beach Park
- Average home value: $205,300
- Population: 13,995
Beach Park is a popular choice for families raising kids with its access to good parks, beaches and playgrounds.
Mundelein
- Average home value: $274,700
- Population: 31,583
Mundelein is known for its excellent public schools and parks. The town throws annual family-friendly festivals and is ranked above average in the crime and safety category from Niche.
Round Lake Beach
- Average home value: $172,000
- Population: 27,229
Residents enjoy convenient access to sports facilities, grocery stores, parks and more in this tight knit, diverse community.
Gurnee
- Average home value: $314,600
- Population: 30,629
Gurnee is known for its excellent public schools and good housing options. It scores an “A+” in the good for families category from Niche.
Vernon Hills
- Average home value: $370,700
- Population: 26,750
Excellent public schools, beautiful parks and many shopping options make Vernon Hills a popular choice to raise a family.
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