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Somonauk, Illinois

Somonauk, Illinois, in De Kalb county, is 21 miles W of Aurora, Illinois (center to center) and 54 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village contains a population of approximately 1,295.

The People and Families of Somonauk

In Somonauk, about 62% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Somonauk had a median family income of $51,591.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Somonauk favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $200. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the village.

Somonauk Housing

Somonauk has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 69% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Somonauk, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Somonauk People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Somonauk Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Somonauk Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Somonauk Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Somonauk, IL

Comparing Somonauk 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
Well-Paid Single Women98
Well-Paid Single Men97
Children Under 5 Years Old88
Female Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens55
Male Share of the Population54
Age of the Population44
Racial Diversity44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married87
Average Household Size77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better98
People Above Poverty97
Median Family Income87
College Educated Adults65

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use75
Walking and Biking to Work65
Working at Home33
Short Commute Times23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
People Living Alone55
Housing Recently Built33
Affordability of Rents23
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12
Affordability of Property Taxes13
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