Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
29%
Over 65
11%
Montgomery, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,447
Population
21,075
Renter Mix
20% Rent
A great little village on the outskirts of Chicago.
Family-Friendly
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Riverfront
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Outdoor Activities
Sitting right where the Fox River curves through the western suburbs, Montgomery gives you easy access to the Chicago metro without the big-city price tag. The village sits just south of Aurora and roughly 12 miles from Naperville, putting two thriving downtowns within a short drive. Settlers Cottage Museum, one of the oldest standing structures in the region dating to the 1840s, adds a layer of history that feels genuinely lived-in rather than preserved under glass. The Fox River Trail winds through town, connecting green spaces ideal for fishing, cycling, or a slow afternoon walk along the water.
Shopping and entertainment are never far, with Chicago Premium Outlets and Fox Valley Mall just minutes away, and Aurora University nearby for a steady cultural presence. Renters will find a solid mix of townhome communities, garden-style apartment communities, and spacious multi-bedroom rentals that offer more square footage than you'd expect this close to Chicago. Whether you're after a cozy one-bedroom near the riverfront or a larger layout with room to spread out, Montgomery's rental market covers a wide range of options without the density of the bigger surrounding cities.
Explore the City
Single story houses make up a large portion of the home styles in Montgomery.
Phillips Park lies just east of Montgomery, which has popular amenities like a zoo.
The Fox River offers an ideal place for a day of fishing in Montgomery.
The Fox River and Fox River Trail run through the heart of Montgomery.
Montgomery Park is conveniently located near downtown Montgomery and the Fox River.
Trails all around Briarcliff Woods are great for biking or walking.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$95,799
Average: $98,764
Education
5,800
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,604
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Montgomery has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Montgomery, IL is $1,110 for a studio, $1,447 for one bedroom, $1,649 for two bedrooms, and $2,173 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Montgomery has increased by 2.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,447/month
677 Sq Ft
House
$2,914/month
1,643 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,536/month
1,582 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Montgomery, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
762 Students
Lakewood Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
644 Students
Kaneland Mcdole Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
431 Students
Boulder Hill Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
644 Students
Public
Grades K-5
332 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- SciTech
- Phillips Park Zoo
- Blackberry Farm
- Red Oak Nature Center
- Bliss Woods Forest Preserve
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- 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.