Lake Bluff

Characterized by small-town charm and casual friendliness.
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Welcome to Lake Bluff

 
Lake Bluff, a wonderful place to live and work, is located on the North Shore of Chicago, 35 miles from downtown Chicago. The residents, businesses, and visitors of Lake Bluff enjoy a welcoming, casual environment. According to the Lake Bluff chamber, “Business owners know their customers, and Bluffers connect with and know their neighbors both old and new.”

Lake Bluff is characterized by small-town charm and casual friendliness. Residents enjoy easy access to Sunrise Beach, ten parks or open spaces, an outdoor aquatic facility known as Blair Park Pool, Lake Bluff Golf Club, Lake Bluff Health and Fitness Center, and many other recreational opportunities.

The town of Lake Bluff has many excellent restaurants and coffee shops, such as Bluffington’s Café, Be Market, Inovasi, Forest Greens Juice Bar, Donati’s Pizza, Puck’s Pub, Luke’s on Lake Bluff, Lake Bluff Brewing Company, The OtherDoor, and Maevery Public House.

Excellent schools in Lake Bluff include Elementary School District #65, Lake Forest High School District #115, and Lake Forest College.

With its rich history and an excellent Chicago North Shore location, Lake Bluff is a beautiful and convenient place to call home your family will love.

Overview for Lake Bluff, IL

5,878 people live in Lake Bluff, where the median age is 46.7 and the average individual income is $95,616. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,878

Total Population

46.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$95,616

Average individual Income

Around Lake Bluff, IL

There's plenty to do around Lake Bluff, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

44
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
69
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including J.Crew, Suited To You, and Fitness Together - Lake Forest.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 2.15 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.73 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.26 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.07 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.73 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.25 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lake Bluff, IL

Lake Bluff has 2,150 households, with an average household size of 2.73. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lake Bluff do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 5,878 people call Lake Bluff home. The population density is 1,442.08 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,878

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

46.7

Median Age

45.92 / 54.08%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
2,150

Total Households

2.73

Average Household Size

$95,616

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Lake Bluff, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby Lake Bluff. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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