East Dundee
cityEast Dundee is a village located in Kane County, Illinois, with a small portion extending into Cook County. It's part of the Chicago metropolitan area and offers a blend of historical charm and modern suburban living. The village is situated along the Fox River, providing scenic views and recreational opportunities. East Dundee's economy includes sectors like healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. The village has a historic district with unique shops and restaurants, contributing to its appeal. Santa's Village AZoosment Park is a notable attraction, drawing visitors to the area. East Dundee is known for its community events, including Oktoberfest and Dickens in Dundee, which foster a strong sense of local identity. The Fox River Trail, a former railroad bed, offers a scenic route for walking and biking, highlighting the village's commitment to recreation and preserving its historical roots.
East Dundee, Illinois
- Classification
- Village
- FIPS Code
- 17-21696
- Country
- United States
- County
- Kane
- Region
- Chicago metropolitan area
- Elevation
- 830 ft
- Total Area
- 3.15 sq mi
- Land Area
- 2.91 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0.24 sq mi
- Latitude
- 42.095
- Longitude
- -88.24722
- Climate
- Typical Midwestern climate with four distinct seasons
- Notable Features
- Fox River · Fox River Trail
- Neighboring Areas
- West Dundee · Elgin · Carpentersville
- Population (2020)
- 3,152
- Est. Population (2026)
- 3,086
- Median Age
- 54.2
- Median Income
- $89,583
- Poverty Rate
- 11.79%
- Owner-Occupied
- 69.3%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The racial makeup of the village is 71.65% White, 7.12% Black or African American, 2.13% Asian, 7.72% Other race, and 11.38% Two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 16.78% of the population.
- Government Type
- President-Trustee
- Governing Body
- Village Board of Trustees
- Body Size
- 6 members
- School District
- Multiple school districts serve the village
- Municipal Services
- Police · Fire (East Dundee Fire District) · Public Works · Building Department
- Economic Profile
- Residential · Suburban · Commercial
- Employment Sectors
- Health Care & Social Assistance · Retail Trade · Educational Services · Construction · Transportation and Warehousing · Accommodation and Food Services
- Major Employers
- Haeger Potteries (historical) · Spring Hill Ford
- School Districts
- Community Unit School District No. 300 · Barrington Community Unit School District No. 220
- Transportation
- Pace Bus service · Fox River Trail (bike/pedestrian) · Access to interstates
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Sewer · Broadband
- Major Facilities
- None specified
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Fox River Trail · Santa's Village AZoosment Park · Lions Park
- Parks & Trails
- Fox River Trail · Lions Park
- Founded
- 1834
- Incorporated
- 1871
- Named After
- Dundee, Scotland
- Historical Significance
- Early settlement in the Fox River Valley, industrial contributions through Haeger Potteries, and recreational impact of Santa's Village
- Key Events
- Settled in 1834 after treaty with Potawatomi Indians · Incorporated as a village in 1871 · Haeger Potteries produced bricks to rebuild Chicago after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 · Santa's Village opened in 1959