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Moving to Pontoon Beach, Illinois

Metro East community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

Pontoon Beach had an estimated 6,025 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $145,100 median owner-occupied home value, $1,277 median gross rent and 22.5-minute mean commute.

The short version

Pontoon Beach had an estimated 6,025 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $145,100 median owner-occupied home value, $1,277 median gross rent and 22.5-minute mean commute.

What stands out

Pontoon Beach promotes village events such as Party at the Beach and Acoustic in the Park. If local gatherings are a draw, check the current calendar and compare housing by your daily, not just event-day, routes.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
2020–2024 ACS population estimate
6,025
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median owner-occupied home value
$145,100
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,277
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean travel time to work
22.5 minutes
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$62,861
as of 2024-12-31Source
2020 housing units
2,511
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 population
5,876
as of 2020-04-01Source
The local picture

A feel for Pontoon Beach, Illinois

These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.

Local snapshot

Best for & local character

Metro EastEstablishedIllinois

Highlights

  • 5,876 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 2,511 housing units in the 2020 Census
  • Metro East

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability40
Transit20
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining40
Parks & outdoors60
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief

Is Pontoon Beach, Illinois a good fit?

What stands out

Pontoon Beach promotes village events such as Party at the Beach and Acoustic in the Park. If local gatherings are a draw, check the current calendar and compare housing by your daily, not just event-day, routes.

Things to check
Test your commute

The published mean travel time to work is 22.5 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.

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Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Pontoon Beach, Illinois against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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Homes & housing

What does housing cost here?

Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.

Median owner-occupied home value
$145,100

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,277

Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.

Data: 2024-12-31View source

Price is only part of the monthly payment

For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.

Plan the daily trip

Commute & getting around

Published mean travel time to work: 22.5 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.

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Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.

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How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Pontoon Beach, Illinois

What is it like to live in Pontoon Beach, Illinois?+

Pontoon Beach had an estimated 6,025 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $145,100 median owner-occupied home value, $1,277 median gross rent and 22.5-minute mean commute. Pontoon Beach promotes village events such as Party at the Beach and Acoustic in the Park. If local gatherings are a draw, check the current calendar and compare housing by your daily, not just event-day, routes.

What should I know about housing costs in Pontoon Beach, Illinois?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $145,100 in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

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What should movers know about schools in Pontoon Beach, Illinois?+

CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.

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What is commuting from Pontoon Beach, Illinois like?+

The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 22.5 minutes for residents of Pontoon Beach, Illinois. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.

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What costs should I consider before moving to Pontoon Beach, Illinois?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,277/month in Pontoon Beach, Illinois. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

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What should I verify before choosing a home in Pontoon Beach, Illinois?+

The published mean travel time to work is 22.5 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Nameoki Road Commercial Corridor is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.

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Keep narrowing the decision

Put Pontoon Beach, Illinois in context.

The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.

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Understand the geography

Map of Pontoon Beach, Illinois

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Around town

Places to know

Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Pontoon Beach, Illinois.

Parks & outdoors

2 places
Nearby state parkNearby

Horseshoe Lake State Park

A nearby lake and state recreation area used for fishing, boating and wildlife viewing.

Official details
Municipal park

Long Lake Park

A village park with lake access and outdoor recreation space.

Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Commercial corridor

Nameoki Road Commercial Corridor

The village's main concentration of retail, dining, lodging and services.

Official details

Things to do

1 place
Nearby event venueNearby

Gateway Convention Center

A major nearby convention and event facility in Collinsville.

Official details

Civic & everyday

1 place
Village hall

Pontoon Beach Village Hall

The municipal government center for Pontoon Beach.

Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here3 sources · expand

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