Kirkland, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,497 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$781 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
4
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
4
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 21
Feb 2 7 25
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 9 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Hiawatha Elem Sch PreK-5
<1 miles, SE · 1star
Hiawatha Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Genoa-Kingston High School
7 miles, E · 2.8star

Colleges

Kishwaukee College
11 miles, SW · 1.9star
Northern Illinois University
12 miles, S · 2.8star

Hospitals

Kishwaukee Community Hospital
11 miles, S · 4.1star
Osf Saint Anthony Medical Center
15 miles, N · 2.3star
Swedish American Hospital
17 miles, N · 3.2star

Airports