Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
20%
McHenry, IL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,451
Population
28,072
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Enjoy small-town delights and outdoor recreation with big-city access
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Scenic
Nicknamed the “Heart of the Fox,” McHenry rests along the banks of the Fox River about 50 miles northwest of Chicago. McHenry manages to maintain its small-town charm despite rapid growth. McHenry’s small-town charm is most evident in its three downtown areas located on Main Street, Green Street, and Riverside Drive consisting of numerous quaint shops, cafes, and restaurants in historic buildings.
McHenry offers abundant recreational opportunities, with convenient access to a host of parks, lakes, and athletic fields. Shopping options in McHenry are diverse, ranging from unique boutiques downtown to national retailers in the Shops at Fox River. Getting around from McHenry is easy with access to Routes 120 and 31 as well as Pace buses and a Metra station.
Explore the City
A couple of fishermen take some time and enjoy the outdoors in McHenry.
A row of beautiful homes showcasing popular home styles in North McHenry.
Little Chef in Old Town-McHenry is a cozy eatery where you can enjoy comfort food staples.
Residents love to get out and golf on the calm days in McHenry Shores.
Boaters love to get out on the water so close to their homes in McHenry Shores.
Veterans Park is a located in Old-Town McHenry.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,968
Average: $100,195
Education
7,351
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,965
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
McHenry has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Mchenry, IL is $1,427 for a studio, $1,454 for one bedroom, $1,673 for two bedrooms, and $1,891 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Mchenry has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,454/month
838 Sq Ft
House
$2,565/month
1,196 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
517 Students
Public
Grades K-5
607 Students
Public
Grades K-5
189 Students
Public
Grades K-5
517 Students
Public
Grades K-5
439 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
642 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
684 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,187 Students
Mchenry High School-West Campus
Public
Grades 9-12
1,427 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
765 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stickney Run
- Moraine Hills State Park
- Harrison Benwell Conservation Area
- Volo Bog State Natural Area
- Prairieview Education Center/Silver Creek Conservation Area
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 June 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.