Facts about Island Lake
McHenry and Lake Counties, 40 miles NW of the Loop.
Platted as a summer cottage development around an artificial lake by 1936,
Island Lake incorporated in 1952 following post-World War II expansion demands.
While accepting growth, the community of small lots near the Fox River has maintained much of its rural atmosphere.
Island Lake Population (year 2000): 8,153.
Estimated Island Lake population in July 2005: 8,419 (+3.3% change)
Males: 4,048 (49.7%), Females: 4,105 (50.3%)
Zip code: 60042
Island Lake Median resident age: 32.2 years
Island Lake Median household income: $63,455 (year 2000)
Island Lake Median house value: $144,300 (year 2000)
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