Monday, June 3, 2024
New Cost of Living Numbers Released
Check out the latest cost of living numbers by the Council for Community and Economic Research.
New Cost of Living Numbers Released
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Thursday, March 7, 2024
2024 Market Profile – Kankakee County
Kankakee County is moving full steam ahead in welcoming new industry and new opportunity to the region. The area, just 45 miles south of Chicago, showcases an economical cost of living, diverse industry base, significant transportation and infrastructure improvements, and strong education and workforce partners. Check out the 2024 Market Profile for Kankakee County.
Friday, January 13, 2023
Economic Alliance Report Featured in Daily Journal
With a cost of living below the national average, employment opportunities to earn a substantial income and being ranked in the top among small communities for nursing, carpentry, law enforcement and manufacturing hubs, Kankakee County is worth a second look.
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Kankakee County: An Economical Place to Live
The average housing, utility, health care and grocery costs, along with home and rental costs for living in Kankakee County is 85.2%, substantially less than the national average.
Monday, April 15, 2019
Cue Kankakee: Remote Working
Kankakee County sees opportunity in the growing economic trend of remote workers. Many Chicago-land employees are seeking a reduced cost of living and a more family-friendly area that can be found in Kankakee County by working remotely.