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Mundelein, Illinois

Introduction to Mundelein, Illinois

Mundelein, Illinois, in Lake county, is 10 miles SW of Waukegan, Illinois (center to center) and 33 miles NW of Chicago, Illinois. The village is included in the Chicago metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 30,935 people lived in Mundelein.

Mundelein History

The Potowatami Indians were among the early inhabitants of this area. The settlement can be dated back to 1650 when these Indians carried out fur trading operations with the French. The European settlers arrived in this area in the early 1800s. Peter Shaddle is known to be the first settler in this region. Tradesmen came to this place in an attempt to flee from England's industrial depression. They later took up farming as an occupation but, in honor of their earlier professions, called the area "Mechanic's Grove". Later on, the name "Holcomb" was adopted and gradually a railway station and post office were established. February of 1909 saw the incorporation of the area under a new name, "Rockefeller". This place went through more name changes and finally began to be called "Mundelein" after George William Mundelein, the archbishop of Chicago.

Mundelein and nearby Attractions

  • Deerfield Historic Village
  • Fremont Public Library
  • Cuneo Museum & Gardens
  • Loch Lomond
  • Pine Meadows Golf Course
  • Leo Leathers Park

Things To Do In Mundelein

The Deerfield Historic Village is near the village of Mundelein. This museum's campus has the early 19th century Caspar Ott Log House which is considered to be the oldest building in Lake County. Visitors interested in the cultural and historical background of the village can also take a trip to Cuneo Museum & Gardens, Fort Hill Heritage Museum, or visit the local public library. The Allanson Industrial Park and the Pine Meadows Golf Course are worth visiting. One can also visit Loch Lomond, a beautiful reservoir located in the village. In Addition, the parks offer a range of recreational facilities to be enjoyed by both adults and children.

Mundelein Transportation

Chicago O’Hare International Airport is the nearest airport.

Mundelein Higher Education

University of Saint Mary of the Lake is the local institute offering higher educational opportunities. Other colleges and universities close by include College of Lake County, William Rainey Harper College, and Trinity International University.

High Points

Mundelein strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyMundelein Racial Diversity
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 9%Mundelein College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 11%Mundelein Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 13%Mundelein Well-Paid Single Men
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 19%Mundelein Public Transportation Use
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Mundelein Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Mundelein, IL

Comparing Mundelein to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Well-Paid Single Men89
Racial Diversity810
Well-Paid Single Women68
Age of the Population31
Senior Citizens11
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married109

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income99
People Above Poverty98
College Educated Adults910
People in Middle Class or Better88

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use89
Working at Home87
Walking and Biking to Work47
Short Commute Times33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built89
Affordability of Rents42
Seasonal and Vacation Housing34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals38
People Living Alone22
Affordability of Property Taxes11

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