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Crime in Kankakee summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Kankakee. Key points include:
There were 410 total crimes in Kankakee in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Kankakee is 1,585.3 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Kankakee is 943.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Kankakee is 641.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Kankakee is -25.20% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Kankakee Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Kankakee / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 410 | 1,585.3 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 244 | 943.4 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 8 | 30.9 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 33 | 127.6 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 180 | 696.0 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 166 | 641.8 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 112 | 433.1 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 0 | 0.0 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 52 | 201.1 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Kankakee summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Kankakee. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Kankakee is 89 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Kankakee is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Kankakee is $149,623.
The median income in Kankakee is $47,514.
Kankakee's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Kankakee Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Kankakee | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 89 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 62 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 102 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Kankakee, IL Weather
The average high in Kankakee is 60.4° and the average low is 39.8°.
There are 72.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 37.8 inches of precipitation each year with 24.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Kankakee |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 60.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 72.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 37.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 24.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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3 Reviews & Comments About Kankakee
I was born and raised in Kankakee, Illinois. When I was about 15, I was Miss Junior Kankakee of the town. I grew up with my parents and siblings in our nice homes, with dogs, a strong church community and peace of mind. I had a fabulous education in Kankakee Schools, where I was always a top student and leader. I got into the best schools in the world. From there I chose the University of Chicago and eventually transitioned to graduate school at The New School in New York City, where I became a published novelist. I love to come home and stock up on everything that is sooo cheap and economical compared to bigger places: clothes, food, toiletries, etc...The Kankakee County Fair may be the best in the state; I return for it every year and I am so looking forward to it this year! Best, Kalisha
I live in Kankakee and the schools are not under funded my boy Kankakee junior high is ranked top 3 in boys basketball and we are a good school without any type of bugs
Oh come on I live in Kankakee it's not that bad
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Kankakee Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Kankakee
The current population in Kankakee is 23,996. The population has decreased 13.1% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 23,996 | -1.6% |
| 2023 | 24,384 | -1.7% |
| 2022 | 24,795 | -0.4% |
| 2021 | 24,903 | -3.5% |
| 2020 | 25,818 | -0.0% |
| 2019 | 25,830 | -0.2% |
| 2018 | 25,884 | -0.6% |
| 2017 | 26,036 | -1.5% |
| 2016 | 26,424 | -1.5% |
| 2015 | 26,821 | -1.2% |
| 2014 | 27,145 | -1.0% |
| 2013 | 27,412 | -0.5% |
| 2012 | 27,560 | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 27,735 | 0.5% |
| 2010 | 27,598 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Kankakee
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Kankakee is:
31.3% White with 7,515 White residents.
39.8% African American with 9,556 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.9% Asian with 209 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 24 Other residents.
3.4% Two Or More with 814 Two Or More residents.
24.5% Hispanic with 5,878 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Kankakee | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 31.3% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 39.8% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.9% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.4% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 24.5% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Kankakee
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Kankakee is 49.0% female with 11,765 female residents.
Kankakee is 51.0% male with 12,231 male residents.
| Gender | Kankakee | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.0% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.0% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Kankakee for adults over 25
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9.0% of adults in Kankakee completed < 9th grade.
9.0% of adults in Kankakee completed 9-12th grade.
36.0% of adults in Kankakee completed high school / ged.
25.0% of adults in Kankakee completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Kankakee completed associate's degree.
8.0% of adults in Kankakee completed bachelor's degree.
4.0% of adults in Kankakee completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Kankakee completed professional degree.
0.0% of adults in Kankakee completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Kankakee | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 9.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 9.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 36.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 8.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 4.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Kankakee, Illinois
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12.0% of households in Kankakee earn Less than $10,000.
6.7% of households in Kankakee earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.8% of households in Kankakee earn $15,000 to $24,999.
11.7% of households in Kankakee earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.7% of households in Kankakee earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.5% of households in Kankakee earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.1% of households in Kankakee earn $75,000 to $99,999.
12.1% of households in Kankakee earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.4% of households in Kankakee earn $150,000 to $199,999.
2.1% of households in Kankakee earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Kankakee | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 12.0% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 6.7% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.8% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 11.7% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.7% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.5% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.1% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.1% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.4% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.1% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
