What are the schools like in Geneva, IL?

Geneva is served primarily by Kane ROE. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 16 high schools.

What is the median household income in Geneva?

The median household income in Geneva, IL is $132,799 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Geneva, IL?

Geneva has an average high temperature of 30.5°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 46.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Geneva, IL affordable or expensive?

Geneva's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Geneva is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $392,800 and the median rent is $1,704 per month.

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

Geneva has a violent crime rate of 61.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 522.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Geneva, IL a Good Place to Live?

Geneva is a small city of 21,390 in Illinois, with a median household income of $132,799 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Geneva stands out for lower-than-average crime, a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Geneva is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Geneva 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

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

Metric	Geneva, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$392,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,704	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$132,799	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Geneva's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

61.7 /100k

Property Crime

522.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Geneva is served primarily by Kane ROE.

Metric	Geneva, IL	National Avg
School District	Kane ROE	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	16	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	61.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Geneva sees average highs of 30.5°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 38.8 inches of annual precipitation and 46.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Geneva, IL
Average High — January	30.5°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	38.8"
Annual Snowfall	46.2"

Demographics

Metric	Geneva, IL	National Avg
Population	21,390	—
Median Age	41.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.0%	18.9%
Asian	2.8%	6.3%
Under 18	23.9%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Batavia, IL 3 mi St. Charles, IL 3 mi North Aurora, IL 5 mi West Chicago, IL 6 mi Wayne, IL 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Geneva

Geneva, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60134

Geneva vs Other Cities

Geneva, IL vs Batavia, IL Geneva, IL vs St. Charles, IL Geneva, IL vs North Aurora, IL Geneva, IL vs West Chicago, IL Geneva, IL vs Wayne, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geneva, IL affordable or expensive?

Geneva's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Geneva roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $392,800 and median rent is $1,704/month.

What is the crime rate in Geneva, IL?

Geneva's violent crime rate is 61.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 522.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Geneva?

Public schools in Geneva are operated by Kane ROE. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 16 high schools. 61.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Geneva, IL a good place to live?

Geneva, IL has a population of 21,390, a median household income of $132,799, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Geneva?

Geneva averages 30.5°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.8 inches with about 46.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Geneva?

Geneva, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60134.

What is the population of Geneva?

The population of Geneva, Illinois is 21,390 with a median age of 41.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Geneva?

Key numbers for living in Geneva: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $392,800, median household income $132,799, crime index 20 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Geneva side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.