What are the schools like in Virgil, IL?

Virgil is served primarily by Kaneland CUSD 302. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.1:1.

What is the median household income in Virgil?

The median household income in Virgil, IL is $103,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.6%.

What is the weather like in Virgil, IL?

Virgil has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Virgil, IL affordable or expensive?

Virgil's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Virgil is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $277,300 and the median rent is $983 per month.

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

Virgil has a violent crime rate of 184.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 943.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Virgil, IL a Good Place to Live?

Virgil is a small town of 308 in Illinois, with a median household income of $103,750 and a 0.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Virgil stands out for solid school ratings (B-).

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

All Virgil 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

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

Metric	Virgil, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$277,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$983	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	84.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$103,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Virgil's violent crime rate is 184.6 per 100,000 residents — 51% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

184.6 /100k

Property Crime

943.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Virgil is served primarily by Kaneland CUSD 302. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Virgil, IL	National Avg
School District	Kaneland CUSD 302	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Virgil sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July, with 38.2 inches of annual precipitation and 38.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Virgil, IL
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	83.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.2"
Annual Snowfall	38.5"

Demographics

Metric	Virgil, IL	National Avg
Population	308	—
Median Age	48.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	89.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	5.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	13.3%	22.2%
65 and over	22.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lily Lake, IL 3 mi Maple Park, IL 5 mi Campton Hills, IL 6 mi Elburn, IL 6 mi Burlington, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Virgil

Virgil, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60151

Virgil vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Virgil, IL affordable or expensive?

Virgil's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Virgil roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $277,300 and median rent is $983/month.

What is the crime rate in Virgil, IL?

Virgil's violent crime rate is 184.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 943.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Virgil?

Public schools in Virgil are operated by Kaneland CUSD 302. The district has 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.1:1. 17.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Virgil, IL a good place to live?

Virgil, IL has a population of 308, a median household income of $103,750, and an unemployment rate of 0.6%. 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 Virgil?

Virgil averages 28.1°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.2 inches with about 38.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Virgil?

Virgil, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60151.

What is the population of Virgil?

The population of Virgil, Illinois is 308 with a median age of 48.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Virgil?

Key numbers for living in Virgil: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $277,300, median household income $103,750, crime index 47 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Virgil side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.