Gages Lake CDP, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Gages Lake CDP, Illinois Demographics
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As of 2026, Gages Lake CDP, Illinois has a total population of 10,706, the 216th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $105,114, which is 29% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.

Gages Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 10,706

Median Household Income $105,114

Median Home Value $291,200

Poverty Rate 5.2%

Unemployment Rate 7.0%

Median Age 40.3 years

Homeownership Rate 83.4%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 40.5%

High School Graduation Rate 94.7%

Diversity Index 48/100

Population 10,706 216th of 1,445

Median Income $105,114 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.2% 58% lower national

Median Home Value $291,200 top 20%

How Gages Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Gages Lake CDP

$105,114

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Gages Lake CDP

$291,200

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.7%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 32.1%

$100K+ 52.1%

Employment

7.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

73.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.4%

Renter 16.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.0%

18-34

22.1%

35-54

24.0%

55-74

27.5%

75+

4.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Gages Lake CDP Rankings in Illinois

#216 Population of 1,445

#191 Median Income of 1,445

#187 Education of 1,445

#166 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Gages Lake CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Columbia city	11,063	$107,922	$290,100	51.0%	5.0%
Roscoe village	10,881	$97,704	$215,200	32.6%	5.6%
Troy city	10,889	$97,825	$240,800	45.5%	1.6%
Pingree Grove village	10,576	$119,880	$298,300	44.7%	0.9%
Waterloo city	11,055	$92,005	$237,900	36.4%	5.5%

Population Overview

Gages Lake CDP is a small city located in Illinois. The total population is 10,706. It ranks as the 216th most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gages Lake CDP is 40.3 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gages Lake CDP is $105,114. This is 29% higher than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 34% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 56% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.0%. This is 21% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $291,200. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Gages Lake CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gages Lake CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.9%.

Education

40.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gages Lake CDP, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Gages Lake CDP, Illinois?

Gages Lake CDP, Illinois has a population of 10,706 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Gages Lake CDP, IL?

The median household income in Gages Lake CDP is $105,114, which is 34% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Gages Lake CDP, IL?

The poverty rate in Gages Lake CDP is 5.2%. This means approximately 553 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gages Lake CDP, Illinois?

Gages Lake CDP's population is 70.2% White, 7.0% Black, 10.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Gages Lake CDP, IL?

The median home value in Gages Lake CDP is $291,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Gages Lake CDP, Illinois?

40.5% of adults (25+) in Gages Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.