Oak Lawn, IL

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57,665
TOTAL POPULATION
28,161
MALE POPULATION
29,504
FEMALE POPULATION
95.45
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$38,432
PER CAPITA INCOME
$99,577
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$77,221
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
37.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
62.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,580
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
28,330
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Oak Lawn

The most populous races in Oak Lawn are White / Caucasian (42,871 | 74.3%), Hispanic or Latino (12,013 | 20.8%), and Black / African American (4,683 | 8.1%).
Race in Oak Lawn
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,3942.4%
Black / African American4,6838.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific140.0%
Hispanic or Latino12,01320.8%
Native / Alaskan1780.3%
White / Caucasian42,87174.3%
Two or more Races4,3457.5%
Some other Race4,1807.2%
Total57,665100.0%

Ancestry in Oak Lawn

The most populous ancestries reported in Oak Lawn are Irish (10,786 | 18.7%), Mexican (10,553 | 18.3%), Polish (8,199 | 14.2%), German (6,940 | 12.0%), and Italian (3,959 | 6.9%), together accounting for 70.1% of all Oak Lawn residents.
Ancestry in Oak Lawn
Ancestry# Population% Population
African580.1%
Albanian710.1%
American1,3762.4%
Apache890.2%
Arab3,5796.2%
Armenian40.0%
Australian120.0%
Austrian2240.4%
Belgian1420.3%
Bhutanese550.1%
Blackfeet70.0%
Brazilian1780.3%
British410.1%
Bulgarian270.1%
Burmese1610.3%
Canadian70.0%
Central American3560.6%
Central American Indian330.1%
Cherokee1290.2%
Chilean50.0%
Chippewa190.0%
Choctaw190.0%
Colombian2430.4%
Costa Rican560.1%
Croatian4130.7%
Cuban580.1%
Czech5030.9%
Czechoslovakian570.1%
Danish1080.2%
Dutch7421.3%
Eastern European1460.3%
Ecuadorian100.0%
Egyptian1290.2%
English1,3202.3%
European2460.4%
Finnish170.0%
French4890.9%
French American Indian210.0%
French Canadian1370.2%
German6,94012.0%
Greek5300.9%
Guatemalan1120.2%
Guyanese110.0%
Haitian550.1%
Honduran550.1%
Hungarian1500.3%
Indian (Asian)770.1%
Irish10,78618.7%
Israeli80.0%
Italian3,9596.9%
Jamaican830.1%
Jordanian6141.1%
Kenyan10.0%
Korean6671.2%
Laotian390.1%
Lebanese1740.3%
Lithuanian1,0531.8%
Luxembourger280.1%
Macedonian140.0%
Mexican10,55318.3%
Mexican American Indian3780.7%
Moroccan210.0%
Navajo270.1%
Nigerian1680.3%
Northern European270.1%
Norwegian2710.5%
Palestinian8991.6%
Pennsylvania German80.0%
Peruvian120.0%
Polish8,19914.2%
Portuguese380.1%
Puerto Rican4800.8%
Romanian660.1%
Russian2300.4%
Salvadoran1330.2%
Scandinavian610.1%
Scotch-Irish710.1%
Scottish2780.5%
Seminole370.1%
Serbian420.1%
Sioux60.0%
Slavic170.0%
Slovak6941.2%
Slovene100.0%
South American3330.6%
South American Indian190.0%
Spaniard630.1%
Spanish550.1%
Sri Lankan1300.2%
Subsaharan African2270.4%
Swedish6131.1%
Swiss340.1%
Syrian1800.3%
Thai6571.1%
Ukrainian2370.4%
Venezuelan630.1%
Welsh230.0%
Yugoslavian420.1%
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Immigrants in Oak Lawn

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Oak Lawn came from Europe (3,201 | 5.6%), Asia (3,032 | 5.3%), Latin America (2,874 | 5.0%), Central America (2,673 | 4.6%), and Mexico (2,515 | 4.4%), together accounting for 24.8% of all Oak Lawn residents.
Immigrants in Oak Lawn
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa3250.6%
Asia3,0325.3%
Austria250.0%
Belarus300.1%
Belize130.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina380.1%
Brazil60.0%
Bulgaria270.1%
Canada320.1%
Caribbean420.1%
Central America2,6734.6%
Chile50.0%
China640.1%
Colombia300.1%
Croatia70.0%
Cuba360.1%
Czechoslovakia310.1%
Eastern Africa10.0%
Eastern Asia1140.2%
Eastern Europe2,2884.0%
Ecuador100.0%
Egypt1130.2%
El Salvador710.1%
England460.1%
Europe3,2015.6%
France180.0%
Germany350.1%
Greece2530.4%
Guatemala190.0%
Honduras550.1%
India3800.7%
Ireland3260.6%
Israel580.1%
Italy1340.2%
Jamaica60.0%
Japan50.0%
Jordan3720.6%
Kenya10.0%
Korea450.1%
Kuwait1020.2%
Latin America2,8745.0%
Lebanon40.0%
Lithuania1680.3%
Mexico2,5154.4%
Moldova100.0%
Morocco110.0%
Nigeria1820.3%
North Macedonia380.1%
Northern Africa1240.2%
Northern Europe4270.7%
Norway320.1%
Pakistan1040.2%
Peru120.0%
Philippines4530.8%
Poland1,7143.0%
Portugal210.0%
Romania770.1%
Russia200.0%
Saudi Arabia360.1%
South America1590.3%
South Central Asia4840.8%
South Eastern Asia5651.0%
Southern Europe4080.7%
Syria1990.4%
Taiwan150.0%
Ukraine310.1%
Venezuela960.2%
Vietnam1120.2%
Western Africa2000.4%
Western Asia1,0751.9%
Western Europe780.1%
Yemen3040.5%
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Sex and Age in Oak Lawn

Sex and Age in Oak Lawn

The most populous age groups in Oak Lawn are 60 to 64 Years (2,244 | 8.0%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (2,172 | 7.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,961 (7.0%)1,800 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years1,717 (6.1%)1,641 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years1,884 (6.7%)1,758 (6.0%)
15 to 19 Years1,847 (6.6%)1,569 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years1,339 (4.8%)1,339 (4.5%)
25 to 29 Years1,690 (6.0%)2,136 (7.2%)
30 to 34 Years1,790 (6.4%)1,760 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Years1,825 (6.5%)1,969 (6.7%)
40 to 44 Years1,867 (6.6%)1,594 (5.4%)
45 to 49 Years1,560 (5.5%)1,532 (5.2%)
50 to 54 Years1,949 (6.9%)2,087 (7.1%)
55 to 59 Years1,954 (6.9%)2,034 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years2,244 (8.0%)2,172 (7.4%)
65 to 69 Years1,568 (5.6%)2,069 (7.0%)
70 to 74 Years1,408 (5.0%)1,443 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years463 (1.6%)1,038 (3.5%)
80 to 84 Years629 (2.2%)872 (3.0%)
85 Years and over466 (1.7%)691 (2.3%)
Total28,161 (100.0%)29,504 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Oak Lawn

Median Family Size in Oak Lawn

The median family size in Oak Lawn is 3.31 persons per family, with married-couple families (10,494 | 73.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,069 | 7.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.73 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Oak Lawn
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple10,494 (73.5%)3.46
Single Male/Father1,069 (7.5%)2.73
Single Female/Mother2,711 (19.0%)2.96
Total Families14,274 (100.0%)3.31

Median Household Size in Oak Lawn

The median household size in Oak Lawn is 2.60 persons per household, with married-couple households (10,494 | 47.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (7,710 | 35.1%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.12 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Oak Lawn
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple10,494 (47.7%)3.52
Single Male/Father1,069 (4.9%)3.04
Single Female/Mother2,711 (12.3%)3.11
Non-family7,710 (35.1%)1.12
Total Households21,984 (100.0%)2.60

Household Size by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn

Out of a total of 21,984 households in Oak Lawn, 14,274 (64.9%) are family households, while 7,710 (35.1%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 5,388, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,940.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,940 (31.6%)
2-Person Households5,388 (24.5%)728 (3.3%)
3-Person Households3,643 (16.6%)21 (0.1%)
4-Person Households2,532 (11.5%)9 (0.0%)
5-Person Households1,728 (7.9%)12 (0.1%)
6-Person Households559 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households424 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total14,274 (64.9%)7,710 (35.1%)

Female Fertility in Oak Lawn

Fertility by Age in Oak Lawn

Average fertility rate in Oak Lawn is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 103.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years541 (73.2%)103.0
35 to 50 years198 (26.8%)35.0
Total739 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn

80.4% of women with births (739) in Oak Lawn are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 23.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 10.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years416 (76.9%)125 (23.1%)
35 to 50 years178 (89.9%)20 (10.1%)
Total594 (80.4%)145 (19.6%)

Fertility by Education in Oak Lawn

Average fertility rate in Oak Lawn is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 94.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 13.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 39.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Oak Lawn
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School24 (3.3%)13.0
High School Diploma162 (21.9%)62.0
College or Associate's Degree219 (29.6%)57.0
Bachelor's Degree290 (39.2%)94.0
Graduate Degree44 (5.9%)36.0
Total739 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn

19.6% of women with births in Oak Lawn are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 35.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oak Lawn
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School19 (79.2%)5 (20.8%)
High School Diploma162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree181 (82.7%)38 (17.3%)
Bachelor's Degree188 (64.8%)102 (35.2%)
Graduate Degree44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total594 (80.4%)145 (19.6%)

Income in Oak Lawn

Income Overview in Oak Lawn

Per Capita Income in Oak Lawn is $38,432, while median incomes of families and households are $99,577 and $77,221 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income57,665$38,432
Median Family Income14,274$99,577
Mean Family Income14,274$119,808
Median Household Income21,984$77,221
Mean Household Income21,984$99,400
Income Deficit14,274$13,580
Wage / Income Gap (%)57,66537.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)57,66562.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index57,6650.45

Earnings by Sex in Oak Lawn

Average Earnings in Oak Lawn are $47,075, $58,314 for men and $36,635 for women, a difference of 37.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Oak Lawn
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male14,921 (51.2%)$58,314
Female14,210 (48.8%)$36,635
Total29,131 (100.0%)$47,075

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oak Lawn

The most common earnings brackets in Oak Lawn are $100,000+ for men (3,113 | 20.9%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,452 | 10.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oak Lawn
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less517 (3.5%)1,091 (7.7%)
$2,500 to $4,999223 (1.5%)813 (5.7%)
$5,000 to $7,499492 (3.3%)581 (4.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999416 (2.8%)321 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499292 (2.0%)473 (3.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999226 (1.5%)217 (1.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499243 (1.6%)463 (3.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99990 (0.6%)366 (2.6%)
$20,000 to $22,499288 (1.9%)300 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999302 (2.0%)400 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $29,999419 (2.8%)895 (6.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999584 (3.9%)803 (5.7%)
$35,000 to $39,999785 (5.3%)914 (6.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999614 (4.1%)679 (4.8%)
$45,000 to $49,999780 (5.2%)638 (4.5%)
$50,000 to $54,999727 (4.9%)492 (3.5%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,425 (9.6%)1,269 (8.9%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,147 (7.7%)778 (5.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,238 (15.0%)1,452 (10.2%)
$100,000+3,113 (20.9%)1,265 (8.9%)
Total14,921 (100.0%)14,210 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn

Average earnings in Oak Lawn are $62,527 for men and $42,015 for women, a difference of 32.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $82,586, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $52,489. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,151, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $30,264.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$53,003$33,289
High School Diploma$52,489$30,264
College or Associate's Degree$66,610$34,805
Bachelor's Degree$71,888$58,819
Graduate Degree$82,586$69,151
Total$62,527$42,015

Family Income in Oak Lawn

Family Income Brackets in Oak Lawn

According to the Oak Lawn family income data, there are 3,212 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 171 families (1.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Oak Lawn
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0004853.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991711.2%
$15,000 to $24,9995003.5%
$25,000 to $34,9997855.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,1708.2%
$50,000 to $74,9992,08414.6%
$75,000 to $99,9991,97013.8%
$100,000 to $149,9993,21222.5%
$150,000 to $199,9992,15515.1%
$200,000+1,72712.1%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oak Lawn

5-person families (1,539 | 10.8%) account for the highest median family income in Oak Lawn with $143,028 per family, while 3-person families (3,556 | 24.9%) have the highest median income of $39,744 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oak Lawn
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families5,772 (40.4%)$77,465
3-Person Families3,556 (24.9%)$119,231
4-Person Families2,529 (17.7%)$119,795
5-Person Families1,539 (10.8%)$143,028
6-Person Families568 (4.0%)$113,636
7+ Person Families310 (2.2%)$79,211
Total14,274 (100.0%)$99,577

Family Income by Number of Earners in Oak Lawn

The median family income in Oak Lawn is $99,577, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,198) having the highest median family income of $155,758, while families with no earners (2,133) have the lowest median family income of $45,137, accounting for 15.4% and 14.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Oak Lawn
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners2,133 (14.9%)$45,137
1 Earner4,189 (29.3%)$60,030
2 Earners5,754 (40.3%)$131,211
3+ Earners2,198 (15.4%)$155,758
Total14,274 (100.0%)$99,577

Household Income in Oak Lawn

Household Income Brackets in Oak Lawn

With 4,155 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Oak Lawn, accounting for 18.9% of all households. In contrast, only 616 households (2.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Oak Lawn
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,3196.0%
$10,000 to $14,9996162.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991,3856.3%
$25,000 to $34,9991,6057.3%
$35,000 to $49,9992,33010.6%
$50,000 to $74,9993,51716.0%
$75,000 to $99,9992,79212.7%
$100,000 to $149,9994,15518.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992,22010.1%
$200,000+2,0669.4%

Household Income by Householder Age in Oak Lawn

The median household income in Oak Lawn is $77,221, with the highest median household income of $90,833 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,046 households (27.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $9,708, with 213 households (1.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Oak Lawn
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years213 (1.0%)$9,708
25 to 44 Years6,046 (27.5%)$90,833
45 to 64 Years8,731 (39.7%)$88,059
65+ Years6,994 (31.8%)$52,201
Total21,984 (100.0%)$77,221

Poverty in Oak Lawn

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oak Lawn

With 9.2% poverty level for males and 12.2% for females among the residents of Oak Lawn, 16 and 17 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 171 males (24.1%) and 75 females (24.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years143 (9.0%)312 (17.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)75 (24.0%)
6 to 11 Years245 (11.5%)381 (18.9%)
12 to 14 Years117 (9.7%)87 (8.2%)
15 Years13 (2.8%)51 (13.7%)
16 and 17 Years171 (24.1%)17 (2.6%)
18 to 24 Years163 (8.1%)267 (14.3%)
25 to 34 Years273 (7.9%)562 (14.4%)
35 to 44 Years344 (9.3%)520 (14.6%)
45 to 54 Years331 (9.5%)226 (6.2%)
55 to 64 Years312 (7.5%)400 (9.6%)
65 to 74 Years246 (8.4%)294 (8.5%)
75 Years and over180 (12.0%)395 (15.7%)
Total2,538 (9.2%)3,587 (12.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oak Lawn

According to the poverty statistics in Oak Lawn, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 97.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,442 (91.0%)1,468 (82.5%)
5 Years250 (100.0%)238 (76.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,895 (88.5%)1,638 (81.1%)
12 to 14 Years1,084 (90.3%)980 (91.8%)
15 Years453 (97.2%)322 (86.3%)
16 and 17 Years537 (75.8%)644 (97.4%)
18 to 24 Years1,841 (91.9%)1,598 (85.7%)
25 to 34 Years3,201 (92.1%)3,334 (85.6%)
35 to 44 Years3,348 (90.7%)3,037 (85.4%)
45 to 54 Years3,167 (90.5%)3,389 (93.8%)
55 to 64 Years3,818 (92.4%)3,781 (90.4%)
65 to 74 Years2,688 (91.6%)3,153 (91.5%)
75 Years and over1,316 (88.0%)2,127 (84.3%)
Total25,040 (90.8%)25,709 (87.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oak Lawn

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Oak Lawn show that 5.8% or 607 of the total 10,494 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 18.3%, comprising of 15 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.5%, which includes 202 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oak Lawn
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children5,574 (96.5%)202 (3.5%)
1 or 2 Children3,226 (93.5%)224 (6.5%)
3 or 4 Children1,020 (86.0%)166 (14.0%)
5 or more Children67 (81.7%)15 (18.3%)
Total9,887 (94.2%)607 (5.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oak Lawn

According to the poverty data in Oak Lawn, 7.5% or 80 single-father households and 13.9% or 378 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 44 households (10.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 households (34.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oak Lawn
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children36 (6.3%)153 (9.7%)
1 or 2 Children44 (10.3%)158 (16.9%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)67 (34.2%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (7.5%)378 (13.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Oak Lawn

The poverty data for Oak Lawn shows that 607 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 458 of the single-parent households (12.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (18.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 household (25.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Oak Lawn
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children202 (3.5%)189 (8.8%)
1 or 2 Children224 (6.5%)202 (14.8%)
3 or 4 Children166 (14.0%)67 (25.4%)
5 or more Children15 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total607 (5.8%)458 (12.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Oak Lawn

Employment by Class of Employer in Oak Lawn

Among the 26,010 employed individuals in Oak Lawn, private company employees (17,936 | 69.0%), not-for-profit organizations (2,370 | 9.1%), and local government employees (2,214 | 8.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Oak Lawn
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees17,93669.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,0414.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,1834.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,3709.1%
Local Government Employees2,2148.5%
State Government Employees6392.5%
Federal Government Employees5792.2%
Unpaid Family Workers480.2%
Total26,010100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Oak Lawn

According to the labor force statistics for Oak Lawn, out of the total population over 16 years of age (46,065), 61.5% or 28,330 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 1,643 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 85.2% or 6,073 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 13.6% or 258 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years897 (34.8%)68 (7.6%)
20 to 24 Years1,896 (70.8%)258 (13.6%)
25 to 29 Years2,885 (75.4%)216 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Years2,783 (78.4%)70 (2.5%)
35 to 44 Years5,985 (82.5%)371 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years6,073 (85.2%)285 (4.7%)
55 to 59 Years3,210 (80.5%)87 (2.7%)
60 to 64 Years2,539 (57.5%)198 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,933 (29.8%)101 (5.2%)
75 Years and over125 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total28,330 (61.5%)1,643 (5.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn

According to labor force statistics for Oak Lawn, 77.8% of individuals (23,467) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (30,163) are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 1,220 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 85.5% or 7,964 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 193 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,697 (62.7%)309 (11.4%)
High School Diploma5,614 (68.4%)722 (8.8%)
College / Associate Degree8,205 (82.6%)288 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7,964 (85.5%)354 (3.8%)
Total23,467 (77.8%)1,568 (5.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oak Lawn are Community & Social Service (2,474 | 9.3%), Management (2,320 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,840 | 6.9%), Business & Financial (1,822 | 6.8%), and Education Instruction & Library (1,597 | 6.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Oak Lawn

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oak Lawn, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.8%), Computers & Mathematics (84.1%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (77.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (90.2%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (89.5%), and Legal Services & Support (71.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,204 (51.9%)1,116 (48.1%)
Business & Financial1,006 (55.2%)816 (44.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science837 (77.9%)238 (22.1%)
Computers & Mathematics522 (84.1%)99 (15.9%)
Architecture & Engineering258 (92.8%)20 (7.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science57 (32.4%)119 (67.6%)
Community & Social Service 911 (36.8%)1,563 (63.2%)
Education, Arts & Media158 (48.9%)165 (51.1%)
Legal Services & Support95 (28.4%)240 (71.6%)
Education Instruction & Library503 (31.5%)1,094 (68.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment155 (70.8%)64 (29.2%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating193 (10.5%)1,647 (89.5%)
Health Technologists139 (9.8%)1,283 (90.2%)
Total (Category)4,151 (43.5%)5,380 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Oak Lawn are Food Preparation & Serving (1,332 | 5.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (972 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (794 | 3.0%), Healthcare Support (628 | 2.4%), and Personal Care & Service (503 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Oak Lawn

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Oak Lawn, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (86.3%), Security & Protection (78.5%), and Law Enforcement (70.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (69.0%), and Personal Care & Service (66.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support116 (18.5%)512 (81.5%)
Security & Protection623 (78.5%)171 (21.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention353 (86.3%)56 (13.7%)
Law Enforcement270 (70.1%)115 (29.9%)
Food Preparation & Serving570 (42.8%)762 (57.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance301 (31.0%)671 (69.0%)
Personal Care & Service168 (33.4%)335 (66.6%)
Total (Category)1,778 (42.0%)2,451 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Oak Lawn are Sales & Related (3,348 | 12.6%), and Office & Administration (3,108 | 11.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Oak Lawn

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,660 (49.6%)1,688 (50.4%)
Office & Administration820 (26.4%)2,288 (73.6%)
Total (Category)2,480 (38.4%)3,976 (61.6%)
Total (Overall)13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Oak Lawn are Construction & Extraction (1,495 | 5.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (958 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Oak Lawn

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,477 (98.8%)18 (1.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair936 (97.7%)22 (2.3%)
Total (Category)2,413 (98.4%)40 (1.6%)
Total (Overall)13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Oak Lawn are Production (1,537 | 5.8%), Transportation (1,485 | 5.6%), and Material Moving (982 | 3.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Oak Lawn

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Oak Lawn
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,030 (67.0%)507 (33.0%)
Transportation1,368 (92.1%)117 (7.9%)
Material Moving754 (76.8%)228 (23.2%)
Total (Category)3,152 (78.7%)852 (21.3%)
Total (Overall)13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Oak Lawn

Employment Industries in Oak Lawn

The major employment industries in Oak Lawn include Health Care & Social Assistance (3,583 | 13.4%), Retail Trade (3,499 | 13.1%), Manufacturing (2,388 | 8.9%), Educational Services (2,336 | 8.8%), and Transportation & Warehousing (1,973 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries in Oak Lawn

Employment Industries by Sex in Oak Lawn

The Oak Lawn industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.1%), Educational Services (74.1%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (64.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Oak Lawn
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,714 (91.2%)165 (8.8%)
Manufacturing1,668 (69.9%)720 (30.1%)
Wholesale Trade803 (81.1%)187 (18.9%)
Retail Trade1,647 (47.1%)1,852 (52.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,571 (79.6%)402 (20.4%)
Utilities94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information193 (85.0%)34 (15.0%)
Finance & Insurance598 (39.7%)909 (60.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing283 (35.4%)517 (64.6%)
Professional & Scientific789 (49.9%)793 (50.1%)
Enterprise Management31 (68.9%)14 (31.1%)
Administrative & Support614 (42.8%)822 (57.2%)
Educational Services604 (25.9%)1,732 (74.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance892 (24.9%)2,691 (75.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation357 (75.3%)117 (24.7%)
Accommodation & Food Services623 (41.0%)895 (59.0%)
Public Administration736 (59.5%)501 (40.5%)
Total13,974 (52.4%)12,699 (47.6%)

Education in Oak Lawn

School Enrollment in Oak Lawn

The most common levels of schooling among the 14,403 students in Oak Lawn are middle school (3,056 | 21.2%), high school (2,959 | 20.5%), and college / undergraduate (2,930 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Oak Lawn
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool9676.7%
Kindergarten6504.5%
Elementary School2,65718.4%
Middle School3,05621.2%
High School2,95920.5%
College / Undergraduate2,93020.3%
Graduate / Professional1,1848.2%
Total14,403100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oak Lawn

Out of a total of 14,403 students who are enrolled in schools in Oak Lawn, 3,716 (25.8%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,687 (74.2%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 756 (46.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3,038 (84.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oak Lawn
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds569 (67.1%)279 (32.9%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,694 (84.3%)501 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,038 (84.9%)541 (15.1%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,444 (69.2%)642 (30.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds690 (61.9%)425 (38.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds874 (53.6%)756 (46.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds796 (65.2%)425 (34.8%)
35 Years and over588 (80.7%)141 (19.3%)
Total10,687 (74.2%)3,716 (25.8%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oak Lawn

Business (2,627 | 20.8%), education (1,924 | 15.2%), science & technology (1,854 | 14.7%), social sciences (1,070 | 8.5%), and arts & humanities (1,031 | 8.2%) are the most common fields of study among 12,629 individuals in Oak Lawn who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oak Lawn
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5984.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4243.4%
Physical & Health Sciences3122.5%
Psychology6555.2%
Social Sciences1,0708.5%
Engineering4253.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies1801.4%
Science & Technology1,85414.7%
Business2,62720.8%
Education1,92415.2%
Literature & Languages2692.1%
Liberal Arts & History5474.3%
Visual & Performing Arts3732.9%
Communications3402.7%
Arts & Humanities1,0318.2%
Total12,629100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Oak Lawn

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oak Lawn

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Oak Lawn are males with 2 vehicles (6,066, accounting for 44.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,271, making up 49.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oak Lawn
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle91 (0.7%)254 (2.1%)
1 Vehicle2,762 (20.2%)2,799 (22.7%)
2 Vehicles6,066 (44.4%)5,271 (42.8%)
3 Vehicles3,131 (22.9%)2,516 (20.4%)
4 Vehicles1,079 (7.9%)770 (6.2%)
5 or more Vehicles539 (3.9%)710 (5.8%)
Total13,668 (100.0%)12,320 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Oak Lawn

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Oak Lawn are 45 to 59 minutes (3,744 commuters, 15.6%), 30 to 34 minutes (3,539 commuters, 14.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (2,783 commuters, 11.6%).
Commute Time in Oak Lawn
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3461.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1,9718.2%
10 to 14 Minutes2,78311.6%
15 to 19 Minutes2,41010.0%
20 to 24 Minutes2,67611.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1,2475.2%
30 to 34 Minutes3,53914.7%
35 to 39 Minutes6512.7%
40 to 44 Minutes1,3205.5%
45 to 59 Minutes3,74415.6%
60 to 89 Minutes2,51410.5%
90 or more Minutes8193.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Oak Lawn

The most common commute times in Oak Lawn are 45 to 59 minutes (2,503 commuters, 19.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (1,741 commuters, 15.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Oak Lawn
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes135 (1.1%)211 (1.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes792 (6.3%)1,179 (10.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,042 (8.3%)1,741 (15.2%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,080 (8.6%)1,330 (11.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,277 (10.1%)1,399 (12.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes762 (6.0%)485 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,099 (16.7%)1,440 (12.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes359 (2.9%)292 (2.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes602 (4.8%)718 (6.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes2,503 (19.9%)1,241 (10.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,590 (12.6%)924 (8.1%)
90 or more Minutes359 (2.9%)460 (4.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oak Lawn

The most frequent times of departure to work in Oak Lawn are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,712, 13.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (1,794, 15.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oak Lawn
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,080 (8.6%)267 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM1,312 (10.4%)258 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM921 (7.3%)370 (3.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,525 (12.1%)1,258 (11.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,144 (9.1%)1,339 (11.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM1,712 (13.6%)1,376 (12.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM904 (7.2%)1,168 (10.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,090 (8.6%)1,794 (15.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM425 (3.4%)491 (4.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM520 (4.1%)637 (5.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM210 (1.7%)254 (2.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM69 (0.5%)175 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM734 (5.8%)657 (5.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM954 (7.6%)1,376 (12.0%)
Total12,600 (100.0%)11,420 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Ownership in Oak Lawn

Of the total 21,984 dwellings in Oak Lawn, owner-occupied units account for 17,994 (81.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,990 (18.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Oak Lawn
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units17,99481.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,99018.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units21,984100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Household Size in Oak Lawn
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,94031.6%
2-Person Household6,11627.8%
3-Person Household3,66416.7%
4+ Person Household5,26423.9%
Total Housing Units21,984100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oak Lawn
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household5,291 (76.2%)1,649 (23.8%)
2-Person Household5,133 (83.9%)983 (16.1%)
3-Person Household3,317 (90.5%)347 (9.5%)
4+ Person Household4,253 (80.8%)1,011 (19.2%)
Total Housing Units17,994 (81.9%)3,990 (18.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oak Lawn
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,586 (76.1%)497 (23.9%)
High School Diploma4,426 (81.6%)1,000 (18.4%)
College/Associate Degree6,109 (81.9%)1,354 (18.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher5,873 (83.8%)1,139 (16.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oak Lawn
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,76512.6%
35 to 44 Years3,49415.9%
45 to 54 Years3,88817.7%
55 to 64 Years4,84322.0%
65 to 74 Years4,17119.0%
75 to 84 Years2,0359.3%
85 Years and Over7883.6%
Total21,984100.0%

Housing Finances in Oak Lawn

Median Income by Occupancy in Oak Lawn

Median Income by Occupancy in Oak Lawn
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied17,994 (81.9%)$85,085
Renter-Occupied3,990 (18.1%)$49,873
Average21,984 (100.0%)$77,221

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oak Lawn

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oak Lawn
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000588 (3.3%)337 (8.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999213 (1.2%)175 (4.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999427 (2.4%)197 (4.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999506 (2.8%)196 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $24,999497 (2.8%)176 (4.4%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,266 (7.0%)339 (8.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,749 (9.7%)578 (14.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,686 (14.9%)839 (21.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,467 (13.7%)316 (7.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9993,567 (19.8%)596 (14.9%)
$150,000 or more4,028 (22.4%)241 (6.0%)
Total17,994 (100.0%)3,990 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oak Lawn

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oak Lawn
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300371 (2.1%)54 (1.3%)
$300 to $499744 (4.1%)10 (0.3%)
$500 to $7992,420 (13.5%)193 (4.8%)
$800 to $9992,651 (14.7%)438 (11.0%)
$1,000 to $1,4993,708 (20.6%)2,014 (50.5%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,341 (18.6%)527 (13.2%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,424 (13.5%)341 (8.6%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,756 (9.8%)295 (7.4%)
$3,000 or more579 (3.2%)5 (0.1%)
Total17,994 (100.0%)3,990 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Oak Lawn

Housing Structures in Oak Lawn

Housing Structures in Oak Lawn
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached14,94068.0%
Single Unit, Attached3681.7%
2 Unit Apartments3501.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1,0164.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,6447.5%
10 or more Apartments3,49015.9%
Mobile Home / Other1760.8%
Total21,984100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oak Lawn

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oak Lawn
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached13,946 (93.3%)994 (6.7%)
Single Unit, Attached259 (70.4%)109 (29.6%)
2 Unit Apartments178 (50.9%)172 (49.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments486 (47.8%)530 (52.2%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments715 (43.5%)929 (56.5%)
10 or more Apartments2,234 (64.0%)1,256 (36.0%)
Mobile Home / Other176 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total17,994 (81.9%)3,990 (18.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oak Lawn

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oak Lawn
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room18 (0.1%)85 (2.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms720 (4.0%)939 (23.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms5,404 (30.0%)2,135 (53.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms7,254 (40.3%)663 (16.6%)
8 or more Rooms4,598 (25.6%)168 (4.2%)
Total17,994 (100.0%)3,990 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oak Lawn

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oak Lawn
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas16,130 (89.6%)2,666 (66.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas145 (0.8%)90 (2.3%)
Electricity1,625 (9.0%)1,076 (27.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)22 (0.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels57 (0.3%)33 (0.8%)
No Fuel Used37 (0.2%)103 (2.6%)
Total17,994 (100.0%)3,990 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Oak Lawn

Household Vehicle Usage in Oak Lawn
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,085 (6.0%)373 (9.3%)
1 Vehicle5,892 (32.7%)2,116 (53.0%)
2 Vehicles7,395 (41.1%)1,095 (27.4%)
3 or more Vehicles3,622 (20.1%)406 (10.2%)
Total17,994 (100.0%)3,990 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Oak Lawn

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Oak Lawn

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units7,41410,580
Median Property Value$244,200$255,700
Median Household Income$66,939$2,847
Monthly Housing Costs$847$570
Real Estate Taxes$5,823$196

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000279 (3.8%)325 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999477 (6.4%)450 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $299,9994,673 (63.0%)6,267 (59.2%)
$300,000 to $499,9991,829 (24.7%)3,318 (31.4%)
$500,000 to $749,999115 (1.5%)205 (1.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)15 (0.1%)
$1,000,000 or more41 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,414 (100.0%)10,580 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000410 (5.5%)163 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,999952 (12.8%)391 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999577 (7.8%)478 (4.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999828 (11.2%)689 (6.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,301 (17.5%)921 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999848 (11.4%)1,385 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,317 (17.8%)1,619 (15.3%)
$150,000 or more1,181 (15.9%)2,250 (21.3%)
Total7,414 (100.0%)10,580 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oak Lawn

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oak Lawn
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,060 (27.8%)97,563 (922.2%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,766 (23.8%)4,244 (40.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x848 (11.4%)2,487 (23.5%)
4.0x or more2,672 (36.0%)1,097 (10.4%)
Total7,414 (100.0%)10,580 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oak Lawn
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800205 (2.8%)128 (1.2%)
$800 to $1,499323 (4.4%)255 (2.4%)
$800 to $1,4996,367 (85.9%)579 (5.5%)
Total7,414 (100.0%)10,580 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Oak Lawn

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oak Lawn

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years4,112 (95.1%)212 (4.9%)
6 to 18 Years8,888 (94.8%)491 (5.2%)
19 to 25 Years3,808 (93.0%)285 (7.0%)
26 to 34 Years5,575 (86.7%)854 (13.3%)
35 to 44 Years6,213 (85.7%)1,036 (14.3%)
45 to 54 Years6,336 (89.1%)777 (10.9%)
55 to 64 Years7,600 (91.4%)711 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years6,349 (99.5%)32 (0.5%)
75 Years and older4,018 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total52,899 (92.3%)4,398 (7.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oak Lawn

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oak Lawn
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born4,112 (95.1%)212 (4.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen8,888 (94.8%)491 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,808 (93.0%)285 (7.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oak Lawn

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oak Lawn
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,392 (91.3%)511 (8.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9997,010 (91.4%)658 (8.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9996,998 (87.1%)1,034 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,803 (92.8%)530 (7.2%)
$100,000 and over26,615 (94.1%)1,657 (5.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oak Lawn

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,325 (30.6%)2,904 (67.2%)
6 to 18 Years3,097 (33.0%)6,316 (67.3%)
19 to 25 Years638 (15.6%)3,242 (79.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,356 (21.1%)4,437 (69.0%)
35 to 44 Years1,072 (14.8%)5,364 (74.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,263 (17.8%)5,312 (74.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,696 (20.4%)6,127 (73.7%)
65 to 74 Years5,826 (91.3%)3,625 (56.8%)
75 Years and over3,976 (99.0%)2,277 (56.7%)
Total20,249 (35.3%)39,604 (69.1%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oak Lawn

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oak Lawn
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years159 (3.3%)351 (7.9%)
18 to 34 Years380 (6.9%)261 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years1,318 (11.6%)1,275 (11.2%)
65 to 74 Years751 (25.6%)572 (16.6%)
75 Years and over605 (40.4%)1,077 (42.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Oak Lawn

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Oak Lawn: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)48 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years100 (1.8%)130 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years322 (2.8%)152 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years395 (13.5%)147 (4.3%)
75 Years and over289 (19.3%)410 (16.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Oak Lawn: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years17 (0.4%)49 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years267 (2.4%)206 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years119 (4.1%)80 (2.3%)
75 Years and over134 (9.0%)138 (5.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Oak Lawn: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years126 (2.6%)278 (6.3%)
18 to 34 Years356 (6.5%)103 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years689 (6.1%)469 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years173 (5.9%)85 (2.5%)
75 Years and over55 (3.7%)232 (9.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Oak Lawn: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years56 (1.2%)107 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years69 (1.3%)78 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years547 (4.8%)588 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years418 (14.2%)371 (10.8%)
75 Years and over349 (23.3%)687 (27.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Oak Lawn: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years98 (2.1%)96 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years56 (1.0%)72 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years103 (0.9%)212 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years208 (7.1%)70 (2.0%)
75 Years and over133 (8.9%)262 (10.4%)

Technology Access in Oak Lawn

Computing Device Access in Oak Lawn

Computing Device Access in Oak Lawn
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop17,16478.1%
Smartphone18,83885.7%
Tablet13,03059.3%
No Computing Device1,5627.1%
Total21,984100.0%

Internet Access in Oak Lawn

Internet Access in Oak Lawn
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet180.1%
Broadband Home15,86472.2%
Cellular Data Only2,66312.1%
Satellite Internet1,3976.4%
No Internet3,09814.1%
Total21,984100.0%

Oak Lawn Summary

Oak Lawn, Illinois is a village located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago, located approximately 15 miles southwest of the city's downtown. As of the 2010 census, the village had a population of 56,690.

History

The area that is now Oak Lawn was first settled in the 1830s by German and Dutch immigrants. The area was originally known as Black Oak Grove, and the first post office was established in 1872. The village was officially incorporated in 1909, and the name was changed to Oak Lawn in 1917.
In the early 20th century, Oak Lawn was a rural farming community. The village began to experience rapid growth in the 1950s and 1960s, as the population of Chicago began to expand outward. This growth was fueled by the construction of the nearby Tri-State Tollway and the extension of the Chicago Transit Authority's "L" train service to the area.

Geography

Oak Lawn is located in northeastern Illinois, in Cook County. It is bordered by the city of Chicago to the north, the village of Evergreen Park to the east, the village of Hometown to the south, and the village of Bridgeview to the west. The village covers an area of 8.9 square miles, and is located approximately 15 miles southwest of downtown Chicago.
The village is situated on a flat plain, with an elevation of 602 feet above sea level. The Des Plaines River runs through the western part of the village, and there are several small lakes and ponds scattered throughout the area.

Climate

Oak Lawn has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is 52°F, and the average annual precipitation is 37 inches.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 56,690 people, 22,845 households, and 14,845 families residing in the village. The population density was 6,364.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the village was 79.2% White, 8.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 5.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 4.3% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.7% of the population.
The median income for a household in the village was $54,945, and the median income for a family was $64,945. The per capita income for the village was $25,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Economy

Oak Lawn is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The village is also home to several large employers, including Advocate Christ Medical Center, Advocate Trinity Hospital, and the Oak Lawn Public Library. The village is also home to a number of corporate headquarters, including the headquarters of the United Parcel Service (UPS).
The village's economy is largely driven by the retail and service sectors. The village is home to a variety of shopping centers, including the Oak Lawn Plaza Shopping Center, the Oak Lawn Commons Shopping Center, and the Oak Lawn Village Center. The village is also home to a number of restaurants, including fast food chains, family-style restaurants, and fine dining establishments.

Conclusion

Oak Lawn, Illinois is a village located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago, located approximately 15 miles southwest of the city's downtown. As of the 2010 census, the village had a population of 56,690. The area was originally settled in the 1830s by German and Dutch immigrants, and the village was officially incorporated in 1909. Oak Lawn has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The village is home to a variety of businesses, including retail stores, restaurants, and professional services. The village's economy is largely driven by the retail and service sectors.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Oak Lawn?
Total Population of Oak Lawn is 57,665.
What is the Total Male Population of Oak Lawn?
Total Male Population of Oak Lawn is 28,161.
What is the Total Female Population of Oak Lawn?
Total Female Population of Oak Lawn is 29,504.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Oak Lawn?
There are 95.45 Males per 100 Females in Oak Lawn.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Oak Lawn?
There are 104.77 Females per 100 Males in Oak Lawn.
What is the Median Population Age in Oak Lawn?
Median Population Age in Oak Lawn is 41.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Oak Lawn
Average Family Size in Oak Lawn is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Oak Lawn
Average Household Size in Oak Lawn is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Oak Lawn?
Per Capita income in Oak Lawn is $38,432.
What is the Median Family Income in Oak Lawn?
Median Family Income in Oak Lawn is $99,577.
What is the Median Household income in Oak Lawn?
Median Household Income in Oak Lawn is $77,221.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Oak Lawn?
Income or Wage Gap in Oak Lawn is 37.2%.
Women in Oak Lawn earn 62.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Oak Lawn?
Family Income Deficit in Oak Lawn is $13,580.
Families that are below poverty line in Oak Lawn earn $13,580 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Oak Lawn?
Inequality or Gini Index in Oak Lawn is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Oak Lawn?
There are 28,330 People in the Labor Forcein in Oak Lawn.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Oak Lawn?
61.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Oak Lawn.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Oak Lawn?
Unemployment Rate in Oak Lawn is 5.8%.