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About Gurnee, IL
Gurnee is a vibrant community known for Six Flags Great America, Gurnee Mills shopping, and family-friendly attractions. This dynamic suburb offers diverse housing options, excellent schools, and major entertainment destinations.
Community at a Glance
Population
30,706
Median Household Income
$82,917
Median Age
38.2
Total Area
13.9 sq mi
Schools
elementary schools
Gurnee SD 56
elementary schools
Woodland CCSD 50
middle schools
Gurnee SD 56
middle schools
Woodland CCSD 50
high schools
Warren Twp HSD 121
Amenities & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
- Six Flags Great America — Cultural Landmark
- Gurnee Public Library
- Gurnee Park District — Community Events & Performances
- Gurnee Village Hall Public Art & Historic Displays
- Gurnee School District Public Murals & Student Art
Parks & Nature
- Viking Park
- Lake County Forest Preserves — Rollins Savanna
- Bittersweet Golf Club & Nature Surrounds
- Gurnee Community Park
- Maple Park
Shopping
- Gurnee Mills
- Grand Avenue Corridor — Retail District
- Total Hockey (formerly Pure Hockey)
- Gurnee Market Square
Fitness & Wellness
- Gurnee Park District — Viking Recreation Center
- LA Fitness — Gurnee
- Club Pilates — Gurnee
- Bally Total Fitness / Local Martial Arts & Specialty Studios
Restaurants
- Egg Harbor Cafe
- Fiesta Cancun
- Habanero's Mexican Grill
- Gurnee House of Hunan
- Portillo's Hot Dogs
Coffee
- Panera Bread — Gurnee
- Starbucks — Gurnee (Grand Ave)
- Dunkin' — Gurnee
Explore Gurnee
Things To Do in Gurnee, IL
Restaurants, parks, coffee shops, arts & culture — discover the local spots that make Gurnee a great place to call home.
Getting Around
Major Highway Access
Highway
Interstate highway access