Building Permits — Waukegan, Illinois

Insightsi

Construction activity in 2024 was down 33.3% from the prior year, with 2 housing units permitted.

•91% fewer units than the average Lake County town (23), suggesting slower-than-typical growth.
•Average unit valued at $231K — 43% below the Lake County average of $408K, indicating more affordable construction.
•All permits were for single-family homes — no multi-family construction.

Waukegan vs. Avg. Lake Co. Town (2024)i

WaukeganAvg.Diff

Total Unitsi223-91%

Total Valuei$462K$9.4M-95%

Single-Familyi212-83%

Multi-Familyi011-100%

Buildingsi212-83%

Value / Uniti$231K$408K-43%

Housing Units Permittedi

Solid line is Waukegan; dashed line is Lake County average.

Construction Valuei

Solid line is Waukegan; dashed line is Lake County average.