St. Charles

The "Pride of the Fox"... known for its charming downtown, historic hotel and top-rated schools!
 

Welcome to St. Charles

Saint Charles is one of the popular towns along the picturesque Fox River. In 2023, St. Charles and it's neighboring city, Geneva, shared a spot in World Atlas' "Fifteen Most Beautiful Towns in America! They aptly described these charming towns as "rich in boutique shops, vintage hotels, dog-friendly parks and riverside walking paths". 
 
St. Charles "The Pride of the Fox"— enjoys a small-town feel with big-time attractions. Fairs and festivals run throughout the year. Downtown St. Charles enjoys a robust shopping and dining experience in their vibrant Main Street shopping district. The 1928 Hotel Baker offers the epitome in all things "luxurious" —elegant guest rooms and suites, state of the art amenities, exceptional dining and lounge venues, and a scenic riverside setting that's second to none. If you're planning a wedding, party, conference or other event, their meeting and banquet facilities offer an atmosphere of sophisticated elegance and grace.
 
The Fox River Trail, a 40-mile bike trail built on the former Chicago, Aurora & Elgin Railway line, follows the Fox River north from Aurora through Geneva and St. Charles, ending in Algonquin.
 
The St. Charles housing market offers a wide range of styles, from sprawling estates and horse properties to apartments, townhomes and senior living opportunities.
 
 
 

Overview for St. Charles, IL

32,908 people live in St. Charles, where the median age is 42.2 and the average individual income is $55,477. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,908

Total Population

42.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$55,477

Average individual Income

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Demographics and Employment Data for St. Charles, IL

St. Charles has 13,031 households, with an average household size of 2.49. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in St. Charles do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 32,908 people call St. Charles home. The population density is 2,283.85 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

32,908

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.2

Median Age

49.47 / 50.53%

Men vs Women

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  • Associate Degree
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13,031

Total Households

2.49

Average Household Size

$55,477

Average individual Income

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Schools in St. Charles, IL

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The following schools are within or nearby St. Charles. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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