Lake Forest

Lake Forest

General Information
Name	Lake Forest
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type	City
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates	42°14 N°87
Map
Population
Total	19,375
Density	per km²
Area
Total	km²
Land	km²
Water	km²
Government
Type
Leader
Time Zone
Standard	UTC-6
DST	UTC-5

Lake Forest is a city located in Lake County, Illinois, United States. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area and is situated along the North Shore of Lake Michigan.

History

Lake Forest was founded around its Lake Forest College, which was established in 1857. The city was incorporated in 1861. It has a rich history of being a residential community for Chicago's business and cultural leaders.

Geography

Lake Forest is located at

   
       42°14 
       N°87
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.24 square miles, of which 17.18 square miles is land and 0.06 square miles is water.

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Lake Forest had a population of 19,375. The city is known for its affluent residents and high standard of living.

Education

Lake Forest is home to Lake Forest College, a private liberal arts college. The city also has several public and private schools, providing education from elementary through high school.

Economy

The economy of Lake Forest is diverse, with a mix of local businesses and corporate headquarters. Notable companies headquartered in Lake Forest include Tenneco, Brunswick Corporation, and IDEX Corporation.

Notable People

Lake Forest has been home to many notable individuals, including John Hughes, a famous filmmaker, and Richard Marx, a well-known musician.

External Links

• [Official website of Lake Forest](http://www.cityoflakeforest.com)