Berwyn, IL Census Data
The 23rd largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Berwyn is the 23rd largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 20th of 29 for median household income. With 55,888 residents, its poverty rate of 10.8% ranks among the higher rates in Illinois. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
55,888
51.0% male · 49.0% female
Median Age
36.4
2.3 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$75,235
$3,303 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
25.4%
9.6% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 84.7%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
1.6% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.7%
Broadband Access
94.4%
4.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$286,000
Median rent: $1,175 · 61% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
Labor force participation: 65.0%
Per Capita Income
$42,298
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.3%
Disability rate: 8.8%
How Berwyn Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 23rd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 20th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 17th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 24th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 16th of 29 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Berwyn, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Berwyn, IL?
The population of Berwyn, IL is 55,888 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.4 years.
What is the median household income in Berwyn?
The median household income in Berwyn, IL is $75,235, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $42,298.
What is the poverty rate in Berwyn?
The poverty rate in Berwyn, IL is 10.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.7% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Berwyn residents have a college degree?
25.4% of adults (25+) in Berwyn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Berwyn?
The median home value in Berwyn, IL is $286,000. Median rent is $1,175 per month, with 61% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Berwyn?
Berwyn's population is 34.6% White, 8.7% Black, 60.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.2% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Berwyn rank among Illinois cities?
Berwyn is the 23rd largest city in Illinois by population, the 20th highest for median household income, the 17th lowest for poverty rate, the 24th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Berwyn?
The unemployment rate in Berwyn, IL is 6.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 65.0%. Per capita income is $42,298.
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