LIBERTYVILLE

 

• Population: 20,742 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
• Median Household Income: $88,828 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
• Tax Rate Per $100 Assessed Value: 5.883 % to 8.086% (2000 County Clerk Tax Extension)

One of Lake County's oldest communities and its first county seat, Libertyville was incorporated in 1882. Major employers include Motorola, Condell Medical Center, and the Solar Corp.

Recreation

The Des Plaines River, winding along the eastern edge of the village, and three lakes within the village limits offer water recreation opportunities. Over 500 acres of village-owned parks and over 100 acres of Libertyville Township Open Space are also available. Other community facilities include The David Adler Cultural Center and Cook Mansion. The village features a 9 hole par three public golf course, two athletic clubs, and an indoor theater. Construction is beginning for a sports complex and golf learning center.

Schools

Educational facilities include five elementary schools in Libertyville District #70 with an enrollment of 2,521 and two private elementary schools; some students attend Hawthorn District #73 with 3,521 students. Libertyville Community High School District #128 has 2,515 students.

Housing

Libertyville features a mix of residential units. The 2000 median house value was $263,700 and the median rent cost was $835.  (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)

Medical Facilities

The 187 bed Condell Medical Center and the Hawthorn Place Surgical Center are found in the village.

Government Services

Fire Protection is provided by the Libertyville Fire Department's 33 full-time firefighters and 19 paid-on-call firefighters at three stations. The Libertyville Police Department's 44 sworn officers and 17 civilians provide police protection.

Transportation

U.S. Rte. 41 and Interstate 94 provide access to Chicago. The Metra Milwaukee District/North Line commuter rail station is located in the downtown area. The new commuter rail station serves both the existing Milwaukee District/North Line and the Wisconsin Central Line.

• Distance to the Chicago Loop: 45 miles
• Distance to O'Hare Airport: 25 miles
• Distance to Mitchell Field: 47 miles

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Economic Data for Zip Code 60048

Household Income Estimated Values (2007) Median Income: $86,317 Average Income: $121,868 Per Capita Income $44,085 Projected Values (2012) Median Income: $85,993 Average Income: $121,238 Per Capita Income $43,760

Own / Rent Estimated Values (2007) Total Home Owners: 12,384 Total Renters: 2,289 Renters: 16% Owners: 84% Projected Values (2012) Total Home Owners: 13,833 Total Renters: 2,537 Renters: 15% Owners: 85%

Household Size Estimated Values (2007) Average Household Size: 2.7 One Person Households: 3,077 Total Families: 10,883 Total Housing Units: 15,097 Vacant Housing Units: 424 Projected Values (2012) Average Household Size: 2.7 One Person Households: 3,340 Total Families: 11,904 Total Housing Units: 16,843 Vacant Housing Units: 473

Note: Household Income figures are based on total household income.

Demographics Data for Zip Code 60048

Population Data for Zip Code 60048

Population Density (People per square mile) Estimated (Current): 1,254 Projected (2012): 1,373

Households Total (2000 Census): 11,593 Estimated (Present): 14,476 Projected (2012): 15,804 Household Change (2000-Present) 24.8% Household Change (2000-2012) 36.3%

Notes:

• Figures in the Population Change graph represent total population for the zip code.
• Estimated Change 2007 shows the percentage of population change between the 2000 Census and 2007.
• Projected Change 2012 shows the projected percentage of population change between the 2000 Census and 2012.

Public Schools in zip code 60048

Private Schools in zip code 60048