Kane County, Illinois Housing Market
In Kane County, Illinois, the median home value is $327,000, with a median monthly rent of $1,453. This places Kane County at #498 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #3 within Illinois.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,219
- Establishments: 12,806
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 1,389
- Multi-family: 240
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 215,138 (avg $101,870)
- Outflow: 210,602 (avg $101,795)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Kane County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60110 | 225.1 | +8.56% | 2025 |
| 2 | 60554 | 194.9 | +9.90% | 2025 |
| 3 | 60175 | 188.5 | +5.77% | 2025 |
| 4 | 60505 | 244.9 | +5.82% | 2025 |
| 5 | 60506 | 215.9 | +6.11% | 2025 |
| 6 | 60542 | 208.1 | +7.59% | 2025 |
| 7 | 60142 | 185.2 | +8.56% | 2025 |
| 8 | 60102 | 190.2 | +4.28% | 2025 |
| 9 | 60134 | 199.9 | +6.57% | 2025 |
| 10 | 60177 | 202.2 | +4.47% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Kane County | Illinois Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $327,000 | $153,019 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,453 | $867 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 76.0% | 75.8% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.8 | 14.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Kane County is 113.7% above the Illinois state average and 43.6% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,453/month is 67.6% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.8, the buy-vs-rent decision in Kane County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Kane County has an owner-occupancy rate of 76.0%, compared to 75.8% in Illinois and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster County | Virginia | $327,000 | $1,033 |
| Johnson County | Wyoming | $326,800 | $1,029 |
| Ramsey County | Minnesota | $326,600 | $1,329 |
| Paulding County | Georgia | $326,300 | $1,772 |
| Shelby County | Alabama | $326,100 | $1,401 |
Other Counties in Illinois
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cook County | $324,500 | $1,435 | 57.7% |
| Kendall County | $322,400 | $1,781 | 84.0% |
| Will County | $319,600 | $1,462 | 82.8% |
| Lake County | $345,700 | $1,477 | 74.8% |
| McHenry County | $308,100 | $1,401 | 82.7% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).