West Dundee, Illinois Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

What's the Population & Steets in West Dundee City? West Dundee City is home to 7,331 people. It has kept its small-town feel with designated historical sites and restored buildings, including a slave restraining house from the Underground Railroad. Some parts of downtown West Dundee are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. You can read more about the history of the town by visiting the city's web site.

The median household income in West Dundee is $91,970. Nearly sixty percent of housing units in the city are owner-occupied. Those living in rental units spend on average $1,281 per month. Ninety-three percent of households in West Dundee City are internet-connected. The percentage of households without broadband access is low--only 2.9%. Still, many people don't realize the city's low poverty rate.

There are many attractions and events in West Dundee. The city hosts a large St. Patrick's Day celebration. The Dundee Kilted 5K encourages participants to dress in Irish attire. Proceeds from the 5K benefit FISH Food Pantry. Another annual tradition in West Dundee is the Big Wheel race, sponsored by Emmet's Brewing Company. Adults race on plastic Big Wheel bikes, and they are encouraged to bring duct tape to repair any damaged bicycles.

The median property value in West Dundee, IL was $264,800 in 2019. This is 1.1 times larger than the national average. This area has a higher than average homeownership rate--64.7% of households drive alone to work. And eight percent of households work from home. The chart below shows the percentage of households using various modes of transportation over time. It uses a logarithmic scale to emphasize differences in smaller means of transportation.