What are the schools like in Genoa, IL?

Genoa is served primarily by Genoa Kingston CUSD 424. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in Genoa?

The median household income in Genoa, IL is $80,408 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Genoa, IL?

Genoa has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Genoa, IL affordable or expensive?

Genoa's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Genoa is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $187,000 and the median rent is $1,046 per month.

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

Genoa has a violent crime rate of 167.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1212.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Genoa, IL a Good Place to Live?

Genoa is a small town of 5,044 in Illinois, with a median household income of $80,408 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Genoa stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Genoa is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Genoa 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

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

Metric	Genoa, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$187,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,046	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$80,408	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Genoa's violent crime rate is 167.8 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

167.8 /100k

Property Crime

1212.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Genoa is served primarily by Genoa Kingston CUSD 424. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Genoa, IL	National Avg
School District	Genoa Kingston CUSD 424	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Genoa sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July, with 38.0 inches of annual precipitation and 38.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Genoa, IL
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	83.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.0"
Annual Snowfall	38.9"

Demographics

Metric	Genoa, IL	National Avg
Population	5,044	—
Median Age	39.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.9%	22.2%
65 and over	14.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Kingston, IL 4 mi Sycamore, IL 7 mi Burlington, IL 7 mi Riley, IL 8 mi Kirkland, IL 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Genoa

Genoa, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60135

Genoa vs Other Cities

Genoa, IL vs Kingston, IL Genoa, IL vs Sycamore, IL Genoa, IL vs Burlington, IL Genoa, IL vs Riley, IL Genoa, IL vs Kirkland, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genoa, IL affordable or expensive?

Genoa's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Genoa roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $187,000 and median rent is $1,046/month.

What is the crime rate in Genoa, IL?

Genoa's violent crime rate is 167.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1212.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Genoa?

Public schools in Genoa are operated by Genoa Kingston CUSD 424. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 15.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Genoa, IL a good place to live?

Genoa, IL has a population of 5,044, a median household income of $80,408, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Genoa?

Genoa averages 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.0 inches with about 38.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Genoa?

Genoa, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60135.

What is the population of Genoa?

The population of Genoa, Illinois is 5,044 with a median age of 39.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Genoa?

Key numbers for living in Genoa: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $187,000, median household income $80,408, crime index 50 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Genoa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.