Elgin

Elgin, Illinois Overview

Elgin scores 53.5/100 overall (B), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Illinois — above the state composite of 52.0. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 85/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 6/100.

Income & Employment in Elgin

The median household income in Elgin is $83,539, 7% above the statewide median of $78,304. The local unemployment rate of 6% is higher than the state’s 4.6%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Elgin

At 230.3 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Elgin sits meaningfully below the Illinois average of 393 — a 71% lower gap. The property crime rate is 941.6 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Elgin

Elgin has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $252,400. Median monthly rent is $1,260. Renters spend 18.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Elgin

The adult obesity rate in Elgin is 35.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.1%. Residents report an average of 16 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Elgin

The student-teacher ratio is 16.3:1. Local districts invest $18,647 per student, well above the national median. The city has 26 public schools serving 17,355 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Elgin

The annual average temperature in Elgin is 51.6°F. Summers average 71.5°F. Winters average 32.7°F. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches.

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