Cost of Living in Kane County, IL

What does it cost to live in Kane County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$96,400

Median Rent

$1,335/mo

Median Home

$290,100

Affordability

372

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,467
Property Tax$597
Insurance$97

Total Monthly$2,161
% of Income26.9%

Renting

Median Rent$1,335
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,360
% of Income16.6%

Living in Kane County, Illinois

Kane County has a median household income of $96,400 with housing costs that represent 26.9% of income for owners and 16.6% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.