What are the schools like in Hawthorn Woods, IL?

Hawthorn Woods is served primarily by Lake Zurich CUSD 95. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Hawthorn Woods?

The median household income in Hawthorn Woods, IL is $215,817 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Hawthorn Woods, IL?

Hawthorn Woods has an average high temperature of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Hawthorn Woods, IL affordable or expensive?

Hawthorn Woods's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hawthorn Woods is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $580,400 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hawthorn Woods, IL?

Hawthorn Woods has a violent crime rate of 116.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 769.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hawthorn Woods, IL a Good Place to Live?

Hawthorn Woods is a small town of 9,111 in Illinois, with a median household income of $215,817 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Hawthorn Woods stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Hawthorn Woods is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hawthorn Woods 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

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

Metric	Hawthorn Woods, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$580,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	97.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$215,817	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hawthorn Woods's violent crime rate is 116.6 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

116.6 /100k

Property Crime

769.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hawthorn Woods is served primarily by Lake Zurich CUSD 95. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hawthorn Woods, IL	National Avg
School District	Lake Zurich CUSD 95	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	73.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hawthorn Woods sees average highs of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 38.4 inches of annual precipitation and 43.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hawthorn Woods, IL
Average High — January	28.9°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.4"
Annual Snowfall	43.1"

Demographics

Metric	Hawthorn Woods, IL	National Avg
Population	9,111	—
Median Age	39.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.7%	18.9%
Asian	14.3%	6.3%
Under 18	29.4%	22.2%
65 and over	10.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Forest Lake, IL 2 mi Lake Zurich, IL 3 mi Kildeer, IL 3 mi Mundelein, IL 4 mi North Barrington, IL 4 mi

Hawthorn Woods vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hawthorn Woods, IL affordable or expensive?

Hawthorn Woods's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Hawthorn Woods roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $580,400 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Hawthorn Woods, IL?

Hawthorn Woods's violent crime rate is 116.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 769.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hawthorn Woods?

Public schools in Hawthorn Woods are operated by Lake Zurich CUSD 95. The district has 5 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 73.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hawthorn Woods, IL a good place to live?

Hawthorn Woods, IL has a population of 9,111, a median household income of $215,817, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. 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 Hawthorn Woods?

Hawthorn Woods averages 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.4 inches with about 43.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Hawthorn Woods?

The population of Hawthorn Woods, Illinois is 9,111 with a median age of 39.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hawthorn Woods?

Key numbers for living in Hawthorn Woods: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $580,400, median household income $215,817, crime index 33 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hawthorn Woods side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.