What are the schools like in Kirkland, IL?

Kirkland is served primarily by Hiawatha CUSD 426. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Kirkland?

The median household income in Kirkland, IL is $86,950 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Kirkland, IL?

Kirkland 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.

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

Q: Is Kirkland, IL affordable or expensive?

Kirkland's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Kirkland is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $176,900 and the median rent is $1,094 per month.

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

Kirkland 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 Kirkland, IL a Good Place to Live?

Kirkland is a small town of 1,493 in Illinois, with a median household income of $86,950 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Kirkland stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

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

All Kirkland 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

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

Metric	Kirkland, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$176,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,094	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	78.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,950	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Kirkland'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

Kirkland is served primarily by Hiawatha CUSD 426. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Kirkland, IL	National Avg
School District	Hiawatha CUSD 426	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Kirkland, IL	National Avg
Population	1,493	—
Median Age	34.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Kirkland

Kirkland, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60146

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kirkland, IL affordable or expensive?

Kirkland's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Kirkland roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $176,900 and median rent is $1,094/month.

What is the crime rate in Kirkland, IL?

Kirkland'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 Kirkland?

Public schools in Kirkland are operated by Hiawatha CUSD 426. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 20.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Kirkland, IL a good place to live?

Kirkland, IL has a population of 1,493, a median household income of $86,950, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. 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 Kirkland?

Kirkland 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 Kirkland?

Kirkland, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60146.

What is the population of Kirkland?

The population of Kirkland, Illinois is 1,493 with a median age of 34.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Kirkland?

Key numbers for living in Kirkland: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $176,900, median household income $86,950, crime index 50 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Kirkland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.