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Winnebago County
  • County in Illinois

Report Card

grade B+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade B+
  2. Housing
    grade C+
  3. Nightlife
    grade A
  4. Good for Families
    grade B+
  5. Diversity
    grade A minus
  6. Jobs
    grade C+
  7. Weather
    grade C
  8. Cost of Living
    grade B minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade B+
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A minus
  11. Commute
    grade B

editorial

Winnebago County is located in Illinois with a population of 285,471. In Winnebago County, most residents own their homes. In Winnebago County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Winnebago County and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Winnebago County are above average.

About

Population
285,471

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$125,900
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$865
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    34%
  • Own
    66%
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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    842.4
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    8.5
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    62.4
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    196.9
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    723.4
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    2,100.4
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    220.1
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade A minus
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    13%
  • 10-17 years
    11%
  • 18-24 years
    8%
  • 25-34 years
    12%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    13%
  • 55-64 years
    14%
  • 65+ years
    17%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    8%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    15%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    34%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    31%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    12%
    national  11%

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