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Huntley, Illinois

Introduction to Huntley, Illinois

Huntley, Illinois, in McHenry county, is 11 miles NW of Elgin, Illinois and 45 miles NW of Chicago, Illinois. The village has a population of 5,730.

Huntley History

McHenry County was created out of the Cook and La Salle Counties in 1836. The county was named in honor of Major William McHenry and is famous as the birthplace of President Gerald Ford’s parents.

Huntley and nearby Attractions

  • Parisek Park
  • Ol’ Timers Park
  • Donley’s Wild West Town
  • Leaning Tower of Niles
  • Elgin Area Historical Society Museum
  • Volo Bog State Natural Area

Things To Do In Huntley

Local parks include the Ol' Timer's Park, the Betsey Warrington Park, the Marvin A. Weiss Park, Kiley Park and Tures Park. The Dinorex Amusement Park, Donley’s Wild West Town and Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch are nearby as well. The Elgin Area Historical Society Museum offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of the area. Golfers can enjoy a round at the Terrace Hill Golf Course or at the Whisper Creek Golf Club.

Huntley Transportation

Flights are available from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

Huntley Higher Education

The Union Special Corporation Technical Training Center is the local college. Others nearby include McHenry Community College, Elgin Community College and William Rainey Harper College.

High Points

Huntley strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Huntley Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Huntley People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 17%Huntley Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 18%Huntley Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 18%Huntley Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Huntley, IL

Comparing Huntley to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Well-Paid Single Men89
Senior Citizens87
Well-Paid Single Women89
Male Share of the Population77
Age of the Population65
Racial Diversity58
Female Share of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married910
Average Household Size55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty109
People in Middle Class or Better99
Median Family Income89
College Educated Adults68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use88
Working at Home66
Walking and Biking to Work23
Short Commute Times22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
People Living Alone33
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals25
Affordability of Rents22
Affordability of Property Taxes22

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