Waukegan city, Illinois
Official LSAD Designation: Waukegan city • Census GEOID: 1779293
• Lake County
Waukegan city is an incorporated city in Lake County, Illinois. According to official records from the Census (2025), Waukegan city had an estimated population of 87,940 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Waukegan city (GEOID 1779293).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Waukegan
Municipal
Official Title:
Finance Director
Address:
100 N MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVE, WAUKEGAN IL 60085
County Of Lake
County
Official Title:
Deputy Finance Director
Address:
18 N COUNTY ST, 9TH FL, WAUKEGAN IL 60085-4304
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87,940 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $71,919 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $190,900 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 24.26 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).