About

St. Charles sits 35 miles west of Chicago in the scenic Fox River Valley. Award winning schools and parks, unique architecture, and a lively downtown centered around the natural beauty of the Fox River, has earned St. Charles its nickname, "The Pride of the Fox."

The City is guided by the three driving principles in its mission: Service. Tradition. Community. Together, these principles create a thriving environment for people who live or visit here, and for businesses to prosper.

Our residents are the heartbeat of the community, and the City Council and staff work hard to deliver reliable services that matter. In the last community survey, 99% of residents surveyed feel St. Charles is an Excellent or Good place to live.

Visitors from all over come to St. Charles for its live entertainment venues, trendy restaurant scene, and public plazas. The City’s diverse economic environment encourages businesses of all size to flourish.

Whether you live in St. Charles, work here, or are visiting us, we know you will enjoy our city.