What are the schools like in Channahon, IL?

Channahon is served primarily by Channahon SD 17. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in Channahon?

The median household income in Channahon, IL is $112,771 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.0%.

What is the weather like in Channahon, IL?

Channahon has an average high temperature of 31.6°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.4 inches.

Channahon, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Channahon, IL affordable or expensive?

Channahon's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Channahon is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $288,500 and the median rent is $1,785 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Channahon, IL?

Channahon has a violent crime rate of 76.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 494.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Channahon, IL a Good Place to Live?

Channahon is a small city of 13,807 in Illinois, with a median household income of $112,771 and a 8.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Channahon stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Channahon is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Channahon city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Channahon's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Channahon costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Channahon, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$288,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,785	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	89.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$112,771	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Channahon's violent crime rate is 76.6 per 100,000 residents — 80% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

76.6 /100k

Property Crime

494.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Channahon is served primarily by Channahon SD 17. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Channahon, IL	National Avg
School District	Channahon SD 17	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Channahon sees average highs of 31.6°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 40.6 inches of annual precipitation and 18.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Channahon, IL
Average High — January	31.6°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	40.6"
Annual Snowfall	18.4"

Demographics

Metric	Channahon, IL	National Avg
Population	13,807	—
Median Age	38.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	26.8%	22.2%
65 and over	13.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Channahon

Channahon, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60410

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Channahon, IL affordable or expensive?

Channahon's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Channahon roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $288,500 and median rent is $1,785/month.

What is the crime rate in Channahon, IL?

Channahon's violent crime rate is 76.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 494.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Channahon?

Public schools in Channahon are operated by Channahon SD 17. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 30.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Channahon, IL a good place to live?

Channahon, IL has a population of 13,807, a median household income of $112,771, and an unemployment rate of 8.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Channahon?

Channahon averages 31.6°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.6 inches with about 18.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Channahon?

Channahon, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60410.

What is the population of Channahon?

The population of Channahon, Illinois is 13,807 with a median age of 38.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Channahon?

Key numbers for living in Channahon: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $288,500, median household income $112,771, crime index 22 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Channahon side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.