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Kankakee County: Where Community and Opportunity Grow

Kankakee County offers a diverse range of atmospheres, from bustling downtown areas with historic architecture to quiet residential neighborhoods and expansive farmland. The overall feel is friendly and community-oriented, with a focus on local businesses and outdoor recreation.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · KANKAKEE COUNTY
Kankakee County, Kankakee County

City Snapshot

Population

24,052

County

Kankakee County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$42,180

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Riverside Medical Center

St. Mary's / Provena Hospital

This Week

Farmers Market

2026-08-01

Fireman's Park

Community Leaders

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Richard Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

T
Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

JB Pritzker
JB Pritzker

Governor

Democratic Party