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New Lenox, IL


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New Lenox, Illinois

New Lenox, Illinois, in Will county, is 6 miles E of Joliet, Illinois (center to center) and 29 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. The village benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Chicago metropolitan area. New Lenox contains a population of approximately 17,771.

The People and Families of New Lenox

In New Lenox, about 71% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in New Lenox, at least compared to other villages of its size. The village has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in New Lenox.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, New Lenox had a median family income of $72,947. The typical family in New Lenox is better off than most in Illinois. The village has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in New Lenox. Interestingly, lots of people in the village have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in New Lenox favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $15,150. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the village.

New Lenox Housing

New Lenox has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 90% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the village are newer than those found in most places. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Illinois, which may reflect a commitment to education in the village.

Commuting

In New Lenox, 89% of commuters drive to work. In the village, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyNew Lenox People in Middle Class or Better
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%New Lenox Low Rate of Poverty
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%New Lenox Public Transportation Use
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%New Lenox Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 19%New Lenox College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of New Lenox, IL

Comparing New Lenox 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
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men77
Well-Paid Single Women67
Female Share of the Population45
Age of the Population32
Racial Diversity26
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married1010
Average Household Size1010

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income99
College Educated Adults79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home77
Walking and Biking to Work56
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Rents32
Seasonal and Vacation Housing24
Affordability of Property Taxes22
People Living Alone11
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals12

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