Frequently Asked Questions about New Lenox
What is it like to live in New Lenox, Joliet, IL?
Located about 35 miles southwest of Chicago in Will County, the area combines suburban New Lenox and the larger city of Joliet, offering predominantly single-family neighborhoods, parks, and commercial corridors. Transportation options include I‑80 and I‑355 access plus Metra commuter-rail service (Rock Island District) in both municipalities, supporting commutes to Chicago and regional jobs. New Lenox is primarily residential with well-regarded local school districts (District 122 and Lincoln-Way/School District 210) and generally lower crime than Joliet, while Joliet provides more retail, medical, and cultural amenities but has higher crime and more industrial land use; housing costs broadly match outer-Chicago suburban averages.
Is New Lenox, Joliet, IL expensive?
New Lenox’s housing and rents are generally higher than Joliet’s, though both are typically less expensive than Chicago and many inner-ring suburbs. Property taxes in Will County and commuting costs to Chicago can increase total monthly expenses compared with the U.S. median. Overall cost of living is moderate, with New Lenox tending to be pricier than Joliet.
What is the weather of New Lenox, Joliet, IL?
The area has a humid continental climate with four distinct seasons: cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Winters typically see daytime highs in the 20s–30s °F (around −3 to 0 °C) and nighttime lows in the teens to single digits, with seasonal snowfall commonly in the 30–40 inch range. Summers usually bring daytime highs in the low-to-mid 80s °F (about 27–29 °C) with frequent humidity and occasional afternoon thunderstorms; annual precipitation is roughly 35–40 inches. Spring and fall are transitional and can be variable, including rapid temperature swings and periodic severe storms.
How safe is New Lenox, Joliet, IL?
New Lenox generally reports lower violent and property crime rates than state and national averages, while Joliet records higher-than-average rates for property crime and some violent crimes according to recent FBI/UCR and local police data. Crime is concentrated in certain Joliet neighborhoods, so safety can vary block by block. Consult the New Lenox and Joliet police department crime maps and the latest FBI UCR/Crime Data Explorer for up-to-date, neighborhood-level statistics.
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