Kendall County
City in Illinois, United States
Overview
Kendall County, situated in the western suburbs of Chicago, offers a blend of small-town hospitality, scenic riverside recreation, and fast-growing communities. With its historic downtowns, outdoor amenities, and family-friendly neighborhoods, it's a welcoming destination for both nature lovers and those seeking a relaxed Midwest pace.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Illinois
Population
131,869
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
41.59°, -88.43°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
84
Female Safety
81
LGBTQ+ Safety
67
Traffic Safety
76
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$3,170
Local Cost
$1,900
Local Income
$4,300
Cashless
90
English
99
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
22.4°C
Winter Avg
-3.4°C
Record High
40.8°C
Record Low
-38.6°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
984 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AUZ
Distance
21 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.