Waukegan, Illinois
Waukegan: The second most populous city in Lake County, Illinois.
About
Waukegan is a city located in the county of Lake in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 89,078 and a population density of 1,409 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 85,453 inhabitants.
The city was created 167 years ago in 1858.
Quick Facts about Waukegan
| Population | 85,453 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Lake County |
| Postal code | 60079, 60085, 60087 |
| Area | 63.22 km2 |
| Official name | Waukegan |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.3636,-87.8448 |
| Altitude | 653 feet / 199 meters |
| Capital city | Waukegan is capital of Lake County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1859 (167 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00, UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 19:59:04 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,352 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.24% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 64℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Waukegan is located at 42°21'49"N 87°50'41"W (42.3636300, -87.8447900).
Waukegan map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 64.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Waukegan decreased by 4.24% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 89,078 | - | census |
| 2011 | 89,003 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 88,810 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 88,904 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 88,802 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 88,380 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 88,189 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 87,659 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 86,776 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 86,131 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 85,453 | -0.79% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Waukegan
1Bowen Park
1800 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18473604725 | Website available
2Corrine J. Rose Park
412 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18473604725 | Website available
3Hinkston Park
810 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18473604725 | Website available
4Bonnie Brook Golf Course
2800 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087, United States View details
Phone: +18473604730 | Website available
5Lyons Woods Forest Preserve
10200 Blanchard Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087, United States View details
Phone: +18473676640 | Website available
Where to Eat in Waukegan
1Denny's
3890 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18474731331 | Website available
2Chili's Grill & Bar
890 S Waukegan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18476890540 | Website available
3The People's Choice Family Fun Center
2650 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18473365700 | Website available
4Burger King
850 N Green Bay Rd Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18472637254 | Website available
5Bowlero Waukegan
631 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18474732600 | Website available
Where to Stay in Waukegan
1SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
4101 Fountain Square Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18476889800 | Website available
2Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan
1151 S Waukegan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, United States View details
Phone: +18475785250 | Website available
People born in Waukegan (116)
People born in Waukegan, including actor David Clennon, science fiction writer Kim Stanley Robinson, basketball player Shawn Marion, .
More notable people
- Brian Van Holt (American actor) he was born in 06/07/1969
- Diane Ackerman (Author, poet, naturalist) she was born in 07/10/1948
- Steve Di Giorgio (American musician) he was born in 07/11/1967
- Charles E. Redman (United States diplomat) he was born in 24/12/1943
- Ghost Rider (Marvel Comics superhero, the second person to use the name Ghost Rider)
- Corky Calhoun (American basketball player) he was born in 01/11/1950
- Otto Graham (American football player, coach, executive (1921-2003)) he was born in 06/12/1921
- Chris Thorpe (American luger) he was born in 29/10/1970
- Dave Samuels (American musician) he was born in 09/10/1948
- David Kagan (Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bismarck) he was born in 09/11/1949
- Eddie Parker (American actor (1900-1960)) he was born in 12/12/1900
- Fred Dretske (American professor of Philosophy at Stanford University) he was born in 09/12/1932
- Harrison Bankhead (American musician) he was born in 01/01/1955
- Jerome Whitehead (American basketball player) he was born in 30/09/1956
- Mickey Kuhn (American actor) he was born in 21/09/1932
- Malcolm Gets (American actor) he was born in 28/12/1963
- Marvin Smith (American musician) he was born in 24/06/1961
- Rob Paravonian (artist) he was born in 01/01/1901
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Waukegan, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 462053 | State Career College | Waukegan (IL) | 60085-5129 |
| 145558 | Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science | North Chicago (IL) | 60064-3095 |
| 455886 | Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Libertyville | Libertyville (IL) | 60048 |
| 146481 | Lake Forest College | Lake Forest (IL) | 60045-2399 |
| 146472 | College of Lake County | Grayslake (IL) | 60030-1198 |
Nearby Transit Stations (21)
Rail and bus stations connected to Waukegan, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLN | Glenview station | 1116 Depot St. | RAIL |
| SVT | Sturtevant station | 9900 East Exploration Court | RAIL |
| CHI | Chicago Union Station | 225 South Canal Street | RAIL |
| LAG | La Grange Road | 25 West Burlington St. | RAIL |
| SMT | Summit | Archer Ave. and South Center Ave. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Waukegan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Waukegan Post Office | Waukegan (IL) | 60085 |
| Edison Squar Post Office | Waukegan (IL) | 60085 |
| North Chicag Post Office | North Chicago (IL) | 60064 |
| Great Lak Post Office | Great Lakes (IL) | 60088 |
| Gurn Post Office | Gurnee (IL) | 60031 |
Other cities in Lake County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Lake County , IL. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mundelein | 30,945 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Gurnee | 30,168 | Village in Illinois |
| North Chicago | 29,639 | City and suburb of Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Highland Park | 29,427 | City in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Round Lake Beach | 26,919 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Vernon Hills | 26,425 | City in United States of America |
| Zion | 23,321 | City in Lake County, Illinois, US |
| Grayslake | 20,584 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Libertyville | 20,155 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Lake Zurich | 19,760 | Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Lake Forest | 19,379 | City in Lake County, Illinois, United States |
| Deerfield | 18,532 | Village in Illinois |
| Round Lake | 17,982 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Antioch | 14,174 | Town in the American state of Illinois |
| Lindenhurst | 14,117 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
| Beach Park | 13,641 | City in Illinois, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Waukegan distances to largest Illinois cities