Essex, Illinois — City Overview

Living in Essex, summers are warm, peaking at 83.6°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Feb lows average 19.3°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 5382 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 45.6 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $102,788. With a 4.3% poverty rate and 88.2% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Bourbonnais (16mi E), Bradley (17mi E), Kankakee (17mi E). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 36 over the past week.

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Updated October 04, 2026.

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