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Sycamore, IL


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Sycamore, Illinois

Sycamore, Illinois, in De Kalb county, is 20 miles W of Elgin, Illinois (center to center) and 53 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Chicago metropolitan area. Sycamore contains a population of approximately 12,020.

The People and Families of Sycamore

In Sycamore, about 58% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Sycamore had a median family income of $62,083. The typical family in Sycamore is better off than most in Illinois. The city has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Sycamore. Interestingly, lots of people in the city have Bachelor's degrees (or better). In Sycamore, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Sycamore favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $6,900. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Sycamore Housing

Sycamore has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 69% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Illinois, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Sycamore, 94% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Sycamore -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 11%Sycamore Walking and Biking to Work
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 14%Sycamore Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 14%Sycamore Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 17%Sycamore College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Sycamore Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Sycamore People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Sycamore, IL

Comparing Sycamore 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 Men99
Well-Paid Single Women89
Male Share of the Population77
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Racial Diversity68
Female Share of the Population44
Age of the Population43
Senior Citizens33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size66

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty99
People in Middle Class or Better99
Median Family Income89
College Educated Adults79

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Short Commute Times68
Working at Home55
Public Transportation Use24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone66
Housing Recently Built57
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals58
Affordability of Rents54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing45
Affordability of Property Taxes22

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