Cost of Living in McHenry County, IL

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

Median Income

$100,101

Median Rent

$1,310/mo

Median Home

$270,600

Affordability

408

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,368
Property Tax$589
Insurance$90

Total Monthly$2,047
% of Income24.5%

Renting

Median Rent$1,310
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,335
% of Income15.7%

Living in McHenry County, Illinois

McHenry County has a median household income of $100,101 with housing costs that represent 24.5% of income for owners and 15.7% 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.