South Elgin, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Kane County County
South Elgin, IL
At a Glance
How South Elgin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Elgin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Elgin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Elgin residents earn a median household income of $123,744 , which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,413. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 12,855 business establishments, including 1,068 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Elgin is $296,100 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $376,457. Median rent is $1,619/month, with 33.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1995.
Safety & Crime
South Elgin reports 192 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 667/100K.
Education
38.4% of adults in South Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above the national average). 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Elgin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.