What are the schools like in Kappa, IL?

School district data for Kappa is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Kappa?

The median household income in Kappa, IL is $71,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Kappa, IL?

Kappa has an average high temperature of 33.4°F in January and 86.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Kappa, IL affordable or expensive?

Kappa's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kappa is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $160,700 and the median rent is $914 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Kappa is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Kappa, IL a Good Place to Live?

Kappa is a small town of 198 in Illinois, with a median household income of $71,667 . Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Kappa stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Kappa 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: 88.6

Kappa's overall cost of living index is 88.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Kappa costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Kappa, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$160,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$914	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Kappa is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Kappa, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Kappa sees average highs of 33.4°F in January and 86.0°F in July, with 38.4 inches of annual precipitation and 20.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Kappa, IL
Average High — January	33.4°F
Average High — July	86.0°F
Annual Precipitation	38.4"
Annual Snowfall	20.1"

Demographics

Metric	Kappa, IL	National Avg
Population	198	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	20.2%	22.2%
65 and over	9.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Kappa vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kappa, IL affordable or expensive?

Kappa's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Kappa roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $160,700 and median rent is $914/month.

What is the crime rate in Kappa, IL?

Crime data for Kappa is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Kappa?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Kappa, IL a good place to live?

Kappa, IL has a population of 198, a median household income of $71,667, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Kappa?

Kappa averages 33.4°F in January and 86.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.4 inches with about 20.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Kappa?

The population of Kappa, Illinois is 198 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kappa?

Key numbers for living in Kappa: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $160,700, median household income $71,667. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kappa side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.