Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
17%
Cary
Cary, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,516
Population
17,841
Renter Mix
12% Rent
Classic Midwestern personality defines this suburban village
Suburban
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Great Schools
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Public Transportation
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Charming
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Cary is a suburban town located about 45 miles northwest of Chicago. Balancing suburban comfort with small-town personality, this residential community features well-manicured neighborhoods and a variety of amenity-laden apartment communities. Good schools, a charming atmosphere, and easy access to Downtown Chicago make Cary a popular choice for those looking to rent outside the city. Metra offers direct service from Cary to Chicago, with the train ride to Ogilvie Transportation Center taking about 90 minutes. Cary is home to a commercial district with popular cafes and specialty shops positioned along Northwest Highway. The southeast corner of town near the Fox River is home to several industrial facilities, making this dynamic area a perfect choice for renters from all walks of life.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$108,183
Average: $128,648
Education
6,196
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,472
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cary has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
12%
Non-Renters
88%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Cary, IL is $1,219 for a studio, $1,516 for one bedroom, and $1,668 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cary has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,516/month
630 Sq Ft
House
$2,559/month
1,399 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cary, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
485 Students
Public
Grades K-5
416 Students
Public
Grades K-5
413 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
681 Students
Cary-Grove Community High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,494 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fel-Pro RRR Conservation Area
- Hickory Grove Highlands/Lyons Prairie and Marsh
- The Hollows Conservation Area & Lake Atwood
- Fox River Preserve and Marina
- Grassy Lake Preserve
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.