Mettawa, IL is a small village located in Lake county with a population of 647. The area has an average population density of 105 people per square mile, which is slightly higher than the US average population density of 93 people per square mile. The village of Mettawa is the ideal location for those looking for a peaceful escape with plenty to do. There are a variety of local businesses and organizations, such as the Sertoma Centre, Inc., which offers employment services and educational programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. There are also several year-round outdoor activities available such as fishing and camping at nearby Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve or visiting one of the many nearby parks like the Ryerson Conservation Area or Old School Forest Preserve. For those who enjoy sports, Mettawa offers several local sporting events including flag football leagues and softball tournaments held throughout the year.
The population in Mettawa is 647. There are 124 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mettawa is 48.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mettawa is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mettawa
- 62.6% are married
- 12.3% are divorced
- 24.1% are married with children
- 15.6% have children, but are single
Race in Mettawa
- 89.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 4.5% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander