Apartments for rent in West Dundee, IL

The small town of West Dundee, Illinois is home to just over 7,000 people. At an average age of just over 40, the town's population is a bit older compared to other cities in Illinois, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 69% of residents own their homes. With an average rent of $1,193 per month, exceeding the state average by $141 a month, relatively high rent costs could be playing a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Compared to the national average (7%), West Dundee has a relatively large percentage of residents over the age of 25 who have advanced degrees, as 9% have earned a Master's or a Doctoral degree. Additionally, 21% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average. Many West Dundee residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, retail, and entertainment. Together, these industries account for 25% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many of the town's workers are in management, as 11% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. West Dundee workers earn an average annual income of around $98K, more than the average Illinois resident. West Dundee's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345.

Averaging about 33 minutes, the commute time for West Dundee residents is slower than the state average of about 32 minutes. Many residents (49%) commute to work by car, while public transportation isn't extensively used. Few workers commute on foot.