Living in Boone County, Illinois

Boone County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 53,585, part of the Rockford, IL MSA metro area. The main communities are Belvidere.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,050/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $235K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 33°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Boone County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.