WorkspaceTop ListsAboutContact Us

Wadsworth, IL

View of Wadsworth, IL
Image credit: LittleT889 / CC BY 4.0
Population
3,488
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
704 ft
Median Home Value
$378,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$994/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$142,738
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

Highlights

What stands out in Wadsworth

Explore

More places like Wadsworth

OverallBest places in IllinoisPopulation rankingHighest population places in IllinoisNearest larger communityBeach Park, Illinois2.6 miles away · 14,114 residents.

About Wadsworth

Located in northern Lake County just south of the Wisconsin border, Wadsworth offers a quiet, country feel with plenty of open space. Home to around 3,500 residents, the village is known for its large lot sizes, rolling green landscapes, and strong equestrian culture, notably Tempel Farms and its famous Lipizzan horses. It has a relaxed, rural charm where you will find custom single-family homes, scenic forest preserves, and a much slower pace than the surrounding suburbs.

Pyramid house and statues Wadsworth IL

Even with its quiet setting, daily life here is very convenient. Interstate 94 and Route 41 run along the edges of town, giving commuters a straight shot to Chicago, Milwaukee, or nearby Kenosha. Shopping, dining, and healthcare are only minutes away in neighboring Gurnee, and local kids attend area districts including Warren Township High School. It is an ideal spot if you want acreage and privacy without giving up easy access to everyday amenities.

Top Rating Signals

Highest current ratings for this town.

Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.1rating

Loading town details...