Living in Kankakee County, Illinois

Kankakee County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 110,879, part of the Kankakee-Bradley, IL MSA metro area. The main communities are Kankakee, Momence.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,340/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $193K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Kankakee County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 38 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.