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Living in Elgin, Illinois
Elgin is a Fox River city of nearly 115,000 that occupies a distinctive position in the Chicago metropolitan area — an Illinois city with a genuinely diverse population and a historic downtown that has been through multiple cycles of investment and decline, emerging from the most recent recovery as
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Elgin, Illinois?
When relocating to Elgin, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in Illinois. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
114,934
Nearby Airport
ORD · Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Approximate
Climate / Avg Temperature
Avg 52°F; Jan low 18°F, Jul high 88°F
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Nearby Sports Teams
Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Milwaukee Brewers
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$900–$2,800
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$90,282
Median Home Value
$273,000
Median Gross Rent
$1,361
Households
39,317
Homeownership Rate
71.9%
Renter Rate
28.1%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
