Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
21%
Saint Charles
Saint Charles, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,848
Population
33,101
Renter Mix
31% Rent
Riverside town provides residents with small-town feel.
Riverside
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Waterfront
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Family-Friendly
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Artistic
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Historic
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The Fox River doesn't just run through Saint Charles—it defines daily life here, from morning walks along its banks to summer evenings at one of the city's 62 parks. Located 40 miles west of Chicago, Saint Charles earns its "Pride of the Fox" slogan with a vibrant downtown packed with local shops, restaurants, and the historic Arcada Theatre, which has hosted live performances since 1926. The Kane County Flea Market draws thousands of visitors annually, while the beloved Scarecrow Festival transforms the riverfront each fall into one of the region's most anticipated events.
Renters will find diverse options throughout the city, from spacious townhomes and garden-style apartment communities to newer multi-story buildings with modern finishes. The nearby Geneva Metra Station on the Union Pacific West Line keeps downtown Chicago within reach, making Saint Charles ideal for commuters seeking suburban comfort without sacrificing city access.
Explore the City
Residents of Saint Charles passing by Ferson Creek Park on the Fox River.
Running through downtown Saint Charles, Main St. is stocked with retail shopping options.
Cool off and have some fun at the family-friendly Otter Cove Aquatic Center.
The Arcada Theater on Main St holds a variety of concerts and shows.
Hotel Baker in Downtown Saint Charles is celebrated as the Crown Jewel of the Fox.
Geneva Commons is an open-air plaza with chain stores and family-friendly restaurants.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$110,520
Average: $135,598
Education
13,620
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
17,963
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Saint Charles has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
31%
Non-Renters
69%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Saint Charles, IL is $1,592 for a studio, $1,838 for one bedroom, $2,307 for two bedrooms, and $2,739 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Charles has decreased by -4.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,838/month
800 Sq Ft
House
$4,276/month
2,085 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Saint Charles, IL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades 6-8
996 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
- LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve
- Creek Bend Nature Center
- Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve
- Brewster Creek Forest Preserve
Airports
- Chicago O'Hare International
- Chicago Midway 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.