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See what Oak Lawn, IL has to offer.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Oak Lawn

Several restaurants, bars, shops and grocery stores are nearby. Crime is near, but feel relatively safe.

The village always has something going on. The restaurants are within walking distance or you can drive. The parks are close.

It's walkable and safe. There are green spaces nearby and families. Businesses seem healthy and more families are moving in.

Feeling safe and secure. Being near to essential stores and restaurants. Living in a upscale apartment.

I think the community atmosphere we have in our neighborhood is unique. You know most people and everyone is willing to help each other.

Who Lives Here

Oak Lawn Demographics

Education

High School

25%

Associate's

22%

Bachelor's

13%

Master's

5%

Doctorate

35%

Family Size

2 people

39%

3 people

25%

4 people

21%

5 people

9%

6+ people

6%

Household Income

0-50k

39%

50-100k

30%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

8%

200k+

5%

Age

0-10

13%

10-20

11%

20-45

31%

45-65

27%

65+

18%

Getting Around Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

17%

15-30 Mins

26%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

24%

60+ Mins

18%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6262

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 11 of 21 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 18 of 21 renters

Percentage: 5151

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 12 of 21 renters

Top Scores: Gas, Retail, Health

Things To Do In Oak Lawn

Top Score

Gas Stations

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

FIll 'er up! Oak Lawn has plenty of gas stations.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 64% more gas stations than average
  3. 14% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You can shop till you drop in Oak Lawn.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 20% more shops than average
  3. 26% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Looking good! Oak Lawn scores high for health and fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. 22% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Things are looking up, there's supermarkets to be found 'round here.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. An average number of grocery stores
  3. 21% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The restaurant scene here is really cooking with gas.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 25% more restaurants than average
  3. 19% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

It's pawsible that your pets will fall in love with Oak Lawn.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 26% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 69% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Oak Lawn has the right frame of mind for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. 75% fewer fine art centers than average
  3. 58% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Oak Lawn is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too cold, not too hot. An average town for coffee.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 23% more coffee shops than average
  3. 19% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in Oak Lawn.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. Significantly more bars and clubs than average
  3. Significantly more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. Significantly more parks than average
  3. 11% more parks than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Oak Lawn Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 19 of 21 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 19 of 21 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 17 of 21 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 16 of 21 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 16 of 21 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 15 of 21 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 15 of 21 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 14 of 21 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 14 of 21 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 14 of 21 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 13 of 21 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 13 of 21 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 13 of 21 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 12 of 21 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 12 of 21 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 16 of 21 renters

Near Highways

No

Say 16 of 21 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 16 of 21 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 16 of 21 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 17 of 21 renters

Oak Lawn Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Oak Lawn

10/10

Glen Oaks Elemementary School

Grades 2-5 • Public

10/10

Oak Ridge Elemementary School

Grades 2-5 • Public

9/10

George W. Lieb Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Sward Elementary School

Grades PK, K-5 • Public

8/10

Chippewa Elementary School

Grades 1-3 • Public

8/10

Palos East Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn is a small city in Illinois with a population of approximately 57,000. Retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (17%) here than nationally (14%), while young adults are less well-represented. Home ownership is more common than renting in Oak Lawn, and 21% of residents rent. At $1,123 per month, the average rent is slightly above the state average.

Averaging about 38 minutes, the commute time for Oak Lawn residents is longer than the Illinois average of about 32 minutes. Driving a vehicle is the typical way to get to work, opted for by 39% of commuters, while public transit is used by just 4% of the city. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

Many Oak Lawn residents work in one of two industries: retail and healthcare. Together, these industries account for 14% of the workforce in the city. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in sales, as 8% of the city's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of about $75K, Oak Lawn workers take home about the same as the average Illinois resident. The city's average income also is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345. Compared to the national average (5%), Oak Lawn has a relatively high percentage of residents older than 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (7%). Additionally, 13% possess a Bachelor's degree and 6% have earned a Master's or Doctoral degree.