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* Population: 5,842 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
* Median Household Income: $58,051 (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000)
* Tax Rate Per $100 Assessed Value: 8.266% to 10.877% (2000 County Clerk Tax Extension)

Round Lake, located in central Lake County, is surrounded by the villages of Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Park, and Round Lake Heights. Round Lake was incorporated in 1908.

Recreation -- The availability of natural recreation resources makes Round Lake a prime recreational attraction of Lake County. Other recreational and community facilities include several park sites maintained by the Round Lake Area Park District, a bowling alley, a public library, and the Renwood Golf Course. The park district operates, among other sites, a new swimming pool, kiddie pool and physical fitness center.

Schools -- Round Lake is currently served by several school districts, Round Lake Unit District #116, Grant High School District #124, Big Hollow District #38, Grayslake Elementary District #46, and Grayslake High School District #127.

Housing -- The village provides a diversity of housing options from older neighborhoods where the median house value in 2000 was $150,900 and the median rent cost was $576. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2000) Newer neighborhoods of attached single family and single family are being planned to accommodate a growing community.

Government Services -- The Village offers full service community police, street maintenance, sanitary sewer and Lake Michigan water along with administrative services. Fire protection is provided by the Greater Round Lake Fire Protection District and its two stations.

Transportation -- Metra's commuter trains serve Round Lake. State Route 120, 134, and 60 provide access to jobs in nearby employment centers.

* Distance to the Chicago Loop: 45 miles
* Distance to O'Hare Airport: 35 miles
* Distance to Mitchell Field: 47 miles

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