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Kaneville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Kaneville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 615. Residents earn $86,477 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
615 Population 2,121/sq mi density
$86,477 Median Income $45,847 per capita
$302,700 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,477 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$302,700 home value, $850/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,477
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $302,700
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population615
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density2,121/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,477
Per Capita$45,847
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$37,058M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$302,700
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units247
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking11.2%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation783 ft (239 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+12.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute29 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries18

Is Kaneville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaneville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kaneville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kaneville is $86,477, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaneville is $302,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kaneville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 33.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kaneville has a population of 615 with a density of 2,121 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%).

Population

615
Total Population
2,121
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaneville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kaneville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaneville is $86,477, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kaneville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,477
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,847
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$92,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,855
County GDP$37,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,068
Healthcare1,260
Retail1,423
Manufacturing790

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaneville is $302,700, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,700
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units247
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Kaneville, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death6,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access92.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Kaneville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall33.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation783 ft (239 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Coordinates41.8332°N, 88.5216°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.4-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+12.5%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,121/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Restaurants1,068
Retail Stores1,423

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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