What are the schools like in Wauconda, IL?

Wauconda is served primarily by Wauconda CUSD 118. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Wauconda?

The median household income in Wauconda, IL is $108,229 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.

What is the weather like in Wauconda, IL?

Wauconda has an average high temperature of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Wauconda, IL affordable or expensive?

Wauconda's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Wauconda is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $261,100 and the median rent is $1,254 per month.

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

Wauconda has a violent crime rate of 28.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 208.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Wauconda, IL a Good Place to Live?

Wauconda is a small city of 14,040 in Illinois, with a median household income of $108,229 and a 2.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Wauconda stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

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

All Wauconda 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

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

Metric	Wauconda, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$261,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,254	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$108,229	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Wauconda's violent crime rate is 28.7 per 100,000 residents — 92% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

28.7 /100k

Property Crime

208.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Wauconda is served primarily by Wauconda CUSD 118. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wauconda, IL	National Avg
School District	Wauconda CUSD 118	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	40.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wauconda sees average highs of 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 38.4 inches of annual precipitation and 43.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wauconda, IL
Average High — January	28.9°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	38.4"
Annual Snowfall	43.1"

Demographics

Metric	Wauconda, IL	National Avg
Population	14,040	—
Median Age	36.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.6%	18.9%
Asian	5.9%	6.3%
Under 18	27.4%	22.2%
65 and over	10.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Wauconda

Wauconda, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60084

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wauconda, IL affordable or expensive?

Wauconda's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Wauconda roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $261,100 and median rent is $1,254/month.

What is the crime rate in Wauconda, IL?

Wauconda's violent crime rate is 28.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 208.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Wauconda?

Public schools in Wauconda are operated by Wauconda CUSD 118. The district has 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 40.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wauconda, IL a good place to live?

Wauconda, IL has a population of 14,040, a median household income of $108,229, and an unemployment rate of 2.1%. 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 Wauconda?

Wauconda averages 28.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.4 inches with about 43.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Wauconda?

Wauconda, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60084.

What is the population of Wauconda?

The population of Wauconda, Illinois is 14,040 with a median age of 36.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wauconda?

Key numbers for living in Wauconda: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $261,100, median household income $108,229, crime index 8 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wauconda side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.