Learn more about Mettawa, Illinois

Five forest preserves of the Lake County Forest Preserve District are located within Mettawa's borders.

Mettawa was founded in 1960 by residents who collaborated with the common goal of protecting their rural area from encroaching commercial development.

Adlai E. Stevenson has ties to Mettawa.

Other Mettawa, Illinois stats:

Population: 550

The average household size was 2.68 and the average family size was 2.96.

Median resident age: 45 years, Illinois average age: 42.2 years old.

Zip codes: 60045, 60048, 60052

Source: 2010 U.S. Census

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