Lake County, 47 miles NW of the Loop.
The village of Antioch is located in Antioch Township in the northwest corner of Lake County, Illinois, a region known as the Chain of Lakes.
Zip code: 60002
The population was 8,788 at the 2000 census.
Antioch Estimated population in July 2005: 12,353
Antioch Median resident age: 33.7 years
Antioch Median household income: $56,481 (year 2000)
Antioch Median house value: $166,400 (year 2000)
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Recreation
Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and water skiing on the lakes adjoining the village during summer months; skiing and snowmobiling on the lakes and nearby hills in the winter. Additional recreational facilities include six park sites, a bowling alley, an outdoor swimming pool, a movie theater and the PM&L live stage theater.
Schools
Antioch Elementary District #34 has five schools with a total enrollment of 2,827. Four parochial elementary schools serve the area. High school students attend Antioch Community High School district #117, with an enrollment of 2,040. The Antioch Township Library provides information for community residents.
Housing
Most summer cottages have been converted to year-round homes in the lakes region. These homes along with townhouses, condominiums, and newer single-family lots average $65,000 in cost. The 2000 median house value was $166,400 and the median rent cost was $678. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
Government Services
Fire protection for the Village is provided by a volunteer fire department consisting of 50 volunteer firefighters and one station. Police protection is provided by the Antioch Police Department which has 16 sworn officers on staff.
Transportation
Antioch residents can reach both Chicago and Milwaukee by way of Interstate 94 and U.S. Rte. 41. Metra commuter rail service on the Wisconsin Central Line serves residents in the area.
- Distance to the Chicago Loop: 60 miles
- Distance to O'Hare Airport: 50 miles
- Distance to Mitchell Field: 41 miles