Shields township, Illinois
Shields township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Shields township is a geographic entity located in Lake County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 41,282. The land area covers 17.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 41,282 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 25.5 yrs | ±0.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,732 | ±382 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 10,756 | ±395 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,732 | ±382 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,024 | ±267 |
| Median Home Value | $620,800 | ±$73,023 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,680 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $112,865 | ±$11,387 |
| Per Capita Income | $58,591 | ±$3,931 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,432 | ±632 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,694 | ±795 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.5% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 37,715 (2024)
ID: 163049
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR
906 MUIR AVE, STE B, LAKE BLUFF IL 60044-1588
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GUS Population: 718,604 (2024)
ID: 162144
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY FINANCE DIRECTOR
18 N COUNTY ST, 9TH FL, WAUKEGAN IL 60085-4304
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | North Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lincolnshire, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Libertyville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Deerfield, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Lake Villa, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Waukegan, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Prospect Heights, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Antioch, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Antioch, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Buffalo Grove, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
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College | 1.1 mi away | 3333 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL, 60064-3095 |
8475783000
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LAKE BLUFF PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 123 EAST SCRANTON AVENUE, LAKE BLUFF, IL, 60044 |
(847) 234-2540
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Lake Forest College
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College | 3.0 mi away | 555 N Sheridan Road, Lake Forest, IL, 60045-2338 |
8472343100
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LAKE FOREST LIBRARY
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Library | 2.6 mi away | 360 EAST DEERPATH ROAD, LAKE FOREST, IL, 60045 |
(847) 234-0636
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Lake Forest Graduate School of Management
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College | 3.2 mi away | 1905 W. Field Court, Lake Forest, IL, 60045 |
8472345005
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NORTH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 2100 ARGONNE DRIVE, NORTH CHICAGO, IL, 60064 |
(847) 689-0125
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 751 E Park Ave, Libertyville, IL, 60048 |
6305283330
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NORTH CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 2100 ARGONNE DRIVE, NORTH CHICAGO, IL, 60064 |
(847) 689-0125
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Empire Beauty School-Vernon Hills
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 226 Hawthorn Village Commons, Vernon Hills, IL, 60061-1519 |
8009204593
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COOK MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 413 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL, 60048 |
(847) 362-2330
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at CHICAGO WAUKEGAN RGNL AP, IL US, located 9.2 miles from Shields township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.9° | 16.0° | 23.4° | 1.41" | — |
| February | 34.1° | 18.4° | 26.3° | 1.52" | — |
| March | 44.3° | 26.9° | 35.6° | 2.22" | — |
| April | 55.5° | 36.0° | 45.8° | 3.77" | — |
| May | 66.6° | 45.9° | 56.3° | 3.92" | — |
| June | 76.6° | 56.1° | 66.3° | 4.45" | — |
| July | 81.3° | 61.9° | 71.6° | 3.48" | — |
| August | 80.0° | 61.1° | 70.5° | 3.59" | — |
| September | 73.1° | 53.6° | 63.4° | 3.57" | — |
| October | 60.9° | 42.7° | 51.8° | 3.25" | — |
| November | 47.5° | 31.4° | 39.5° | 2.26" | — |
| December | 35.9° | 21.8° | 28.9° | 1.86" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Bluff village | Village | 0.5 mi | — |
| Knollwood CDP | CDP | 0.9 mi | — |
| North Chicago city | City | 2.3 mi | — |
| Green Oaks village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Lake Forest city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Mettawa village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1709769485. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.