10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mchenry, IL

Learn More About Independent Living in McHenry, IL

McHenry is an outer suburb of Chicago that is nicknamed “The Heart of the Fox,” due to its location on the Fox River. The city is surrounded by lakes and streams making it a great destination for seniors looking for beautiful natural scenery.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in McHenry are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of McHenry retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in McHenry, IL

The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,300 in the state of Illinois.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in McHenry are rated 6 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
106	100	105	109	103	104

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$85,038 per year	$39,436 per year	$65,449 per year	$29,960 per year	$45,473 per year	$5,456 per year	$1,055 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service McHenry include:

Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital

• Facility type: short-term acute care
• Bed count: 310+
• Specialties: level II trauma center, emergency department, intensive care unit

Weather and Climate

McHenry’s climate is classified as warm summer humid continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperature and no distinct dry season. The summers tend to be hot and humid while the winters are often cold and snowy. The average humidity level is 66%, and humidity levels are usually highest during December at about 74%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
20°F	28°F	11°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
72°F	82°F	62°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 102

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 33.7″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
39.2	00%	27,316	1,852.6 per square mile	2.6

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.3%	2.0%	0.7%	14.9%	<0.1%	1.3%	81.1%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Chicago: 30/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

2020 Presidential Election Results for McHenry County

Democratic	Republican	Other
47.7%	50.2%	2.1%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

McHenry is a small outer suburb of Chicago that is located on the Fox River and surrounded by lakes and streams. Every year the city puts on a ten-day festival known as Fiesta Days that features music, parades, and a car show. Those interested in outdoor activities should visit Moraine Hills State Park, which provides excellent views of the Fox River and the Stratton Lock and Dam.

Transportation

Public transportation in McHenry is provided by Pace Bus, which connects McHenry to other surrounding cities. Pace Bus also operates an ADA Paratransit system.