The village of Island Lake, IL is located in McHenry County and has a population of 8,390 as of 2019. It has a population density of 1,820 people per square mile which is significantly higher than the United States average of 93 people per square mile. Along with its close proximity to Chicago, Island Lake offers year-round outdoor activities for visitors and locals alike.
There are plenty of local businesses in Island Lake that offer unique products and services such as Jasmine Thai Cuisine and Kennedy's Pinball Palace. There are also several organizations that serve the community; for example the Lutheran Church’s “Island Lake Ministry” provides medical care, job training, food assistance, and more to those in need. Additionally, there are several sporting events throughout the year including amateur softball tournaments at Sullivan Park and an annual fishing derby at Fox River Grove Park.
The population in Island Lake (zip 60042) is 8,390. There are 1,843 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Island Lake (zip 60042) is 40.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Island Lake (zip 60042) is 2.7, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Island Lake (zip 60042)
- 52.9% are married
- 14.4% are divorced
- 37.1% are married with children
- 18.4% have children, but are single
Race in Island Lake (zip 60042)
- 85.3% are White
- 0.6% are Black
- 1.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 11.3% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander