Frequently Asked Questions about Waubonsee
What is it like to live in Waubonsee, Aurora, IL?
Waubonsee is not a widely recognized standalone neighborhood in Aurora; the name is most commonly associated locally with Waubonsee Community College and Waubonsee Township. Housing around the college reflects Aurora’s mix of single-family suburbs and apartment complexes, with nearby retail, Metra BNSF commuter rail access and regional highway connections (I‑88); conditions vary by exact location. Safety, commute times and housing costs follow broader Aurora patterns—consult Aurora Police Department statistics and current real-estate listings for precise, up-to-date figures.
Is Waubonsee, Aurora, IL expensive?
Neighborhood-level cost data for Waubonsee (Aurora, IL) is not published separately. Aurora’s overall cost of living and housing costs are generally lower than the City of Chicago but comparable to many outer Chicago suburbs, with median home prices and rents that vary by neighborhood. For exact, up-to-date comparisons, consult current Aurora or Kane/Will County housing market reports or cost-of-living indexes from real estate listings and government data.
What is the weather of Waubonsee, Aurora, IL?
Climate is humid continental (Köppen Dfa) with four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and snowy with average January highs in the upper 20s °F (around −2 to −4 °C), lows in the teens °F (about −8 to −10 °C), and roughly 30–35 inches of snow annually. Summers are warm to hot and humid, with July highs typically in the low-to-mid 80s °F (around 28–31 °C) and frequent summer thunderstorms. Precipitation occurs year-round but peaks in late spring and summer; spring can bring variable and occasionally severe weather.
How safe is Waubonsee, Aurora, IL?
Specific, published crime statistics for the Waubonsee neighborhood are not reported separately and are usually available only at the city level. Aurora’s overall crime levels have been above the national average in recent years, with significant variation between neighborhoods and blocks. For an up-to-date, block-level assessment consult Aurora Police Department crime maps, recent FBI/NIBRS data, and local community resources.