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Kane, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Kane is a small town in Illinois with a population of 246. Residents earn $57,794 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
246 Population 456/sq mi density
$57,794 Median Income $26,865 per capita
$81,100 Home Value
$833 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,794 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,100 home value, $833/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,794
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

How Kane Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population246
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,794
Per Capita$26,865
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$673M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,100
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units153
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation562 ft (171 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+83.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Kane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kane receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kane is $57,794, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kane is $81,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kane has a population of 246 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

246
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kane is $57,794, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,794
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,865
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$72,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$673M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare41
Retail58
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Kane is $81,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,100
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,480
1 Bedroom$1,581
2 Bedrooms$1,781
3 Bedrooms$2,294
4 Bedrooms$2,653

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Rate6.51%
In Kane, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Kane vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,133
Dentists1:2,125
Mental Health1:753
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Kane has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood
Good Days %72.3%
Unhealthy Days1

Geography

Elevation562 ft (171 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates39.1905°N, 90.3512°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+83.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.46
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants54
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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