Kane County Public RecordsIllinois

As of 2023, Kane County, IL has approximately 532,000 residents. The median age is about 38 years, with 24% under 18 and 14% aged 65 and older. The gender split is nearly equal, with 50.2% female and 49.8% male. Racially, the population is 54% White (non-Hispanic), 6% Black, 4% Asian, and 36% Hispanic or Latino of any race, reflecting a diverse community.

Kane County, IL reported a crime rate of 16.2 incidents per 1,000 residents in 2022, with 1,850 violent crimes and 5,100 property crimes recorded. The county’s crime rate is slightly below the national average, with violent crime rates of 3.5 per 1,000 people and property crime at 12.7 per 1,000. Local law enforcement encourages prompt reporting—over 90% of reported offenses are resolved or investigated within 30 days, improving community safety. The sheriff’s office regularly publishes crime statistics, promoting transparency and public awareness.

Kane County, IL, had over 330,000 registered voters in 2022. Voters participate in primary, general, consolidated, and special elections, with recent turnout rates around 60% for general elections. In the 2020 presidential race, 53% voted Democratic, 45% Republican. There are more than 90 polling locations administered by the Kane County Clerk. Major issues include property taxes and school funding. The county is politically mixed, with strong Democratic support in urban Aurora and Republican in rural areas. Election administration is nonpartisan, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for fair and accessible voting.

Kane County, IL, has over 105 public schools, including 30+ high schools, with graduation rates near 88%. Around 35% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The county’s schools average a 6/10 rating (GreatSchools), and most districts, such as St. Charles CUSD 303 and Geneva CUSD 304, offer Advanced Placement and dual-credit programs. Educational safety is a priority, evidenced by regular safety audits and resource officers. Additionally, adult education is supported through local community colleges like Waubonsee, serving over 9,000 continuing education students annually.

As of 2023, Kane County, IL has an employment rate of approximately 96.6%. Major industries include health care and social assistance (16.7%), manufacturing (13.8%), and retail trade (10.6%). The leading occupation types are office & administrative support (13.5%) and sales (10.8%). Around 82% of workers commute by car, with a mean travel time of 29.9 minutes; notable employment destinations include Aurora and Chicago. Only about 31% of residents work within the county, while the remainder commute primarily to neighboring counties or Chicago.

Kane County, IL, features a homeownership rate of about 70% and a median home value of approximately $287,000 (2023). Median gross monthly rent is around $1,200. Predominant housing types include single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments across neighborhoods like Geneva, St. Charles, and Aurora. Property values have risen by roughly 7% year-over-year. Property taxes average 2.7% of assessed value, making the annual tax bill on a median-priced home about $7,700. The market shows steady demand, bolstered by good schools and suburban amenities, supporting both owners and renters.