South Elgin SnackAbility
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Crime in South Elgin summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in South Elgin. Key points include:
There were 209 total crimes in South Elgin in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in South Elgin is 855.9 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in South Elgin is 188.4 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in South Elgin is 667.5 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in South Elgin is -59.61% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In South Elgin Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
South Elgin / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 209 | 855.9 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 46 | 188.4 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 8.2 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 31 | 126.9 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 163 | 667.5 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 22 | 90.1 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 121 | 495.5 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 20 | 81.9 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in South Elgin summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in South Elgin. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in South Elgin is 113 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in South Elgin is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in South Elgin is $366,631.
The median income in South Elgin is $127,203.
South Elgin's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In South Elgin Comparison Table
| Living Expense | South Elgin | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 113 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 138 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 102 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 104 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
South Elgin, IL Weather
The average high in South Elgin is 58.6° and the average low is 38.3°.
There are 71.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 35.7 inches of precipitation each year with 31.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | South Elgin |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 58.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 38.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 71.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 35.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 31.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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South Elgin Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in South Elgin
The current population in South Elgin is 24,217. The population has increased 14.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,217 | 1.0% |
| 2023 | 23,984 | 0.6% |
| 2022 | 23,841 | 0.4% |
| 2021 | 23,749 | 0.4% |
| 2020 | 23,648 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | 23,039 | 2.3% |
| 2018 | 22,522 | 0.9% |
| 2017 | 22,322 | 0.2% |
| 2016 | 22,274 | 0.2% |
| 2015 | 22,227 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 22,126 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 22,041 | 0.8% |
| 2012 | 21,873 | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 21,600 | 1.7% |
| 2010 | 21,235 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in South Elgin
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South Elgin is:
57.4% White with 13,896 White residents.
4.7% African American with 1,150 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
10.9% Asian with 2,633 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 14 Hawaiian residents.
1.3% Other with 305 Other residents.
5.4% Two Or More with 1,296 Two Or More residents.
20.3% Hispanic with 4,923 Hispanic residents.
| Race | South Elgin | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 57.4% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.7% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 10.9% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.4% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 20.3% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in South Elgin
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South Elgin is 47.3% female with 11,464 female residents.
South Elgin is 52.7% male with 12,753 male residents.
| Gender | South Elgin | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 52.7% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in South Elgin for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in South Elgin completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in South Elgin completed 9-12th grade.
27.0% of adults in South Elgin completed high school / ged.
17.0% of adults in South Elgin completed some college.
10.0% of adults in South Elgin completed associate's degree.
24.0% of adults in South Elgin completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in South Elgin completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in South Elgin completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in South Elgin completed doctorate degree.
| Education | South Elgin | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 27.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 17.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 24.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For South Elgin, Illinois
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1.5% of households in South Elgin earn Less than $10,000.
1.4% of households in South Elgin earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.4% of households in South Elgin earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.9% of households in South Elgin earn $25,000 to $34,999.
4.4% of households in South Elgin earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.6% of households in South Elgin earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.9% of households in South Elgin earn $75,000 to $99,999.
21.6% of households in South Elgin earn $100,000 to $149,999.
15.9% of households in South Elgin earn $150,000 to $199,999.
22.4% of households in South Elgin earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | South Elgin | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.5% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.4% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.4% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.9% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 4.4% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.6% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.9% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 21.6% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.9% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 22.4% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
