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We are proud of our beautiful county that lies about 35 miles west of Chicago. We are approximately 522 square miles in area and have a population of 404,119 per the 2000 census. The beautiful Fox River runs the entire length of our county and provides us with exceptional recreation, natural flora and fauna, and community activities.

Kane county is extremely diverse. We are home to large cities such as Elgin and Aurora, which is the second largest city in the state of Illinois. We also have flourishing smaller cities such as Geneva and St. Charles as well as charming villages such as Burlington, Elburn, and Sugar Grove. In addition to having a thriving commercial base, farming has long been a way of life and important economic activity, and we remain committed to preserving our rich agricultural heritage.

We hope you will enjoy learning more about Kane County and that you will find your visit to our website a worthwhile experience.