Gages Lake, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Gages Lake, Illinois is 10,706 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 216th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $105,114, the median home value is $291,200, and the median age is 40.3.
10,706
Population
3597
People / sq mi
$105,114
Median Income
$291,200
Median Home Value
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Gages Lake covers 3.0 sq mi of land at 3597 people per square mile.
About Gages Lake, IL
Homeownership is the standout figure in Gages Lake: 83.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Gages Lake is a city in Illinois with a population of 10,706.
Households take in a median $105,114, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $291,200, with typical rent around $1,741.
40.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 19.7%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Gages Lake, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$105,114
Median Household Income
$48,995
Per Capita Income
3.5%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$291,200
Median Home Value
$1,741
Median Rent
83.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.6%
High School+
40.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.3%
Drive Alone
68.7%
Public Transit
19.7%
Work From Home
26.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.6%
Foreign Born
82.0%
Non-English at Home
6.7%
Veterans
8.2%
With Disability
93.2%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Manufacturing | 17.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Information | 7.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Gages Lake, Illinois has a population of 10,706 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 216th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Gages Lake, Illinois is $105,114, with 3.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Gages Lake, Illinois is $291,200, with median monthly rent at $1,741 and a homeownership rate of 83.4%.
The median age in Gages Lake, Illinois is 40.3 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
Gages Lake Cdp, IL Climate
Gages Lake Cdp, IL has an average annual temperature of 8.6°C (47°F) and receives about 882 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.6°C
Avg Temp
882
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 20° | 42 mm |
| February | -4° / 25° | 32 mm |
| March | 2° / 35° | 63 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 90 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 85 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 95 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 97 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 103 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 95 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 60 mm |
| November | 4° / 38° | 64 mm |
| December | -3° / 26° | 56 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Gages Lake Cdp, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Gages Lake Cdp, IL are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.