Oak Lawn, IL Local Data & Statistics

State: IL

Total population: 56,861 Household income: $83,911 Rent: $1,335

Overview

Total population

56,861

Rent

$1,335

Year built

1966

Household income

$83,911

Per capita income

$41,927

Poverty rate

9.6%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Household size

2.6 persons

Rent over 30% of income

45.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Illinois

Total population

56,861

Adults over 25

39,558

Total households

21,618

Household size

2.6 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$83,911

Per capita income

$41,927

Poverty rate

9.6%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Rent over 30% of income

45.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,335

Year built

1966

Households that rent

17.5%

Households that own

82.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.9

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

68.2%

Black

8.9%

Asian

1.7%

Two or more races

10.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

24%

Not Hispanic or Latino

76%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

89.2%

Commute time to work

31 mins

Work from home

10.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

27.7%

High school graduate or GED

29.1%

Some college or associate degree

11.6%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

31.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Oak Lawn, IL with: Illinois United States

Oak Lawn, IL

Total population56,861

Rent$1,335

Year built1966

Household income$83,911

Per capita income$41,927

Poverty rate9.6%

Unemployment rate4.6%

Illinois State

Total population12,694,798

Rent$1,274

Year built1971

Household income$83,390

Per capita income$46,406

Poverty rate11.8%

Unemployment rate5%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	VillageOak Lawn, IL	StateIllinois	CountryUnited States
Total population	56,861	12,694,798	334,922,499
Rent	$1,335	$1,274	$1,413
Year built	1966	1971	1980
Household income	$83,911	$83,390	$80,734
Per capita income	$41,927	$46,406	$44,673
Poverty rate	9.6%	11.8%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	5%	4%

View the complete comparison of Oak Lawn, IL, Illinois and United States →

Summary for Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn is located in Illinois.

Rent & Income

In Oak Lawn, the typical monthly rent is $1,335 and the typical household income is $83,911. Rent here is similar to Illinois and lower than the U.S., and household income is similar to both Illinois and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 9.6%, which is lower than in both Illinois and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 17.5% of households. About 45.1% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 31.6% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is lower than Illinois and higher than the national rate.

Oak Lawn, IL — Rent vs Household Income

Oak Lawn, IL — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Oak Lawn, IL compares in Illinois (29 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,335	12 / 29	from lower rent	$845 – $1,885
Household income	$83,911	18 / 29	from higher income	$51,592 – $155,105
Poverty rate	9.6%	14 / 29	from lower poverty	4.4% – 25.9%
Unemployment rate	4.6%	20 / 29	from lower unemployment	3.3% – 6.2%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Illinois with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Oak Lawn, IL

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Oak Lawn places 12th among 29 large places in Illinois. Across the state, rents run from $845 in Decatur, IL up to $1,885 in Naperville, IL.

Household income

Looking at household income, Oak Lawn places 18th out of 29 significant areas. Incomes across Illinois range between $51,592 in Decatur, IL and $155,105 in Naperville, IL.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put Oak Lawn in 14th place among 29 significant areas. Across Illinois, poverty ranges between 4.4% and 25.9%.

Unemployment rate

In terms of unemployment, Oak Lawn is ranked 20th out of 29 major areas. Across Illinois, rates go from 3.3% in Champaign, IL up to 6.2% in Waukegan, IL.

💰 Rent in Oak Lawn, IL (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,335 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Oak Lawn, IL

Annual Household Income: $83,911

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Oak Lawn, IL

Estimated Rate: 9.6%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Oak Lawn, IL

In Oak Lawn, IL, households that rent: 3,780 (17.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	3,780	17.5%
Owner-Occupied	17,838	82.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Oak Lawn, IL

In Oak Lawn, IL, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,706 (45.1%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	1,706	45.1%
Other renter households	2,074	54.9%
Total renter households	3,780	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Oak Lawn, IL

Less than High School: 10,952 people (27.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 11,510 people (29.1%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,604 people (11.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 12,492 people (31.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 39,558

📊 Unemployment Rate in Oak Lawn, IL

Estimated Rate: 4.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.