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4.95%
State tax rate
$1397
Median 2BR rent
30
Walk score
1089
Crime /100K
Financial Overview
What does Kankakee actually cost?
Median 2BR rent is $1,397/mo — about $934/mo less than Washington DC.
IL state has a 4.95% state income tax rate.
Your actual purchasing power gain or loss depends on your income, your current state's tax rate, and your housing situation. ZipSage calculates the exact dollar difference for your profile — free.
○ 4.95% state income tax
State income tax rate
4.95%
Median 2BR rent
$1397/mo
Median home price
$215,628
Walk Score
30/100 — Some walkability
Transit Score
25/100
Violent crime rate
1089/100K — above national avg
Population
110K
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Veterans & Military
State income tax applies — check military-specific exemptions.
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Cost of Living
Rent well below major metro averages — strong value.
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Walkability
Walk Score 30/100 — Some walkability. Transit Score 25/100.
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Safety
Crime above national average — neighborhood matters.
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