INDIAN CREEK
- Population: 194 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
- Median Household Income: $88,206 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
- Tax Rate Per $100 Assessed Value: 6.321% to 6.775% (2000 County Clerk Tax Extension)
The Village of Indian Creek was incorporated in 1957. The community consists entirely of single family residences on minimum lots of one acre and single family on approximately 3 per acre. The community is nestled between Vernon Hills and Mundelein.
Recreation
Recreational opportunities may be found in nearby communities.
Schools
Hawthorn Elementary School District #73 serves Indian Creek and has an enrollment of 3,191 students. Two high school districts serve the village: Mundelein District #120, with an enrollment of 1,639 students, and Libertyville District #128, with an enrollment of 2,515 students. There are several parochial schools in the municipalities that surround Indian Creek.
Housing
Village zoning requires that homes be located on minimum lot sizes of one acre, some areas may allow 3 per acre. The 2000 median house value was $236,500. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
Government Services
Fire protection is provided by the Countryside Fire Protection District. Police services are provided by the Vernon Hills Police Department.
Transportation
Rte. 45 bisects the Village and Rte. 60 is within a short drive providing easy access to Interstate 94.
- Distance to the Chicago Loop: 35 miles
- Distance to O'Hare Airport: 25 miles
- Distance to Mitchell Field: 52 miles