Building Permits — Cary, Illinois

Insightsi

Construction activity in 2024 was down 9.1% from the prior year, with 10 housing units permitted.

•83% fewer units than the average McHenry County town (60), suggesting slower-than-typical growth.
•Average unit valued at $245K — 20% above the McHenry County average of $204K, indicating higher-end construction.
•All permits were for single-family homes — no multi-family construction.

Cary vs. Avg. McHenry Co. Town (2024)i

CaryAvg.Diff

Total Unitsi1060-83%

Total Valuei$2.5M$12.2M-80%

Single-Familyi1034-71%

Multi-Familyi026-100%

Buildingsi1037-73%

Value / Uniti$245K$204K+20%

Housing Units Permittedi

Solid line is Cary; dashed line is McHenry County average.

Construction Valuei

Solid line is Cary; dashed line is McHenry County average.