What are the schools like in Grayslake, IL?

Grayslake is served primarily by Grayslake CCSD 46. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Grayslake?

The median household income in Grayslake, IL is $110,662 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.2%.

What is the weather like in Grayslake, IL?

Grayslake has an average high temperature of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.1 inches.

Grayslake, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Grayslake, IL affordable or expensive?

Grayslake's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Grayslake is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $278,600 and the median rent is $1,389 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Grayslake, IL?

Grayslake has a violent crime rate of 65.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 640.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Grayslake, IL a Good Place to Live?

Grayslake is a small city of 20,801 in Illinois, with a median household income of $110,662 and a 6.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Grayslake stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Grayslake is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Grayslake city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Grayslake's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Grayslake costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Grayslake, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$278,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,389	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$110,662	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Grayslake's violent crime rate is 65.7 per 100,000 residents — 83% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

65.7 /100k

Property Crime

640.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Grayslake is served primarily by Grayslake CCSD 46. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Grayslake, IL	National Avg
School District	Grayslake CCSD 46	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	59.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Grayslake sees average highs of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 39.9 inches of annual precipitation and 43.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Grayslake, IL
Average High — January	28.9°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	39.9"
Annual Snowfall	43.1"

Demographics

Metric	Grayslake, IL	National Avg
Population	20,801	—
Median Age	37.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.1%	18.9%
Asian	4.7%	6.3%
Under 18	23.3%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Grayslake

Grayslake, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60030

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grayslake, IL affordable or expensive?

Grayslake's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Grayslake roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $278,600 and median rent is $1,389/month.

What is the crime rate in Grayslake, IL?

Grayslake's violent crime rate is 65.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 640.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Grayslake?

Public schools in Grayslake are operated by Grayslake CCSD 46. The district has 5 elementary, 3 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 59.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Grayslake, IL a good place to live?

Grayslake, IL has a population of 20,801, a median household income of $110,662, and an unemployment rate of 6.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Grayslake?

Grayslake averages 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.9 inches with about 43.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Grayslake?

Grayslake, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60030.

What is the population of Grayslake?

The population of Grayslake, Illinois is 20,801 with a median age of 37.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Grayslake?

Key numbers for living in Grayslake: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $278,600, median household income $110,662, crime index 23 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Grayslake side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.