Bloomington, IL Census Data
The 12th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Bloomington is the 12th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 19th of 29 for median household income. With 78,703 residents, its poverty rate of 11.2% 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
78,703
48.8% male · 51.2% female
Median Age
36.0
2.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$75,449
$3,089 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
48.9%
13.9% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.7%
Poverty Rate
11.2%
1.2% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.0%
Broadband Access
95.3%
5.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$198,800
Median rent: $1,004 · 62% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
2.6%
Labor force participation: 63.7%
Per Capita Income
$47,796
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.5%
Disability rate: 10.5%
How Bloomington Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 12th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 19th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 19th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 11th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 24th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
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Race & Ethnicity
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Bloomington, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bloomington, IL?
The population of Bloomington, IL is 78,703 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.0 years.
What is the median household income in Bloomington?
The median household income in Bloomington, IL is $75,449, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $47,796.
What is the poverty rate in Bloomington?
The poverty rate in Bloomington, IL is 11.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.0% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Bloomington residents have a college degree?
48.9% of adults (25+) in Bloomington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.7% 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 Bloomington?
The median home value in Bloomington, IL is $198,800. Median rent is $1,004 per month, with 62% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Bloomington?
Bloomington's population is 72.3% White, 10.0% Black, 7.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 7.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Bloomington rank among Illinois cities?
Bloomington is the 12th largest city in Illinois by population, the 19th highest for median household income, the 19th lowest for poverty rate, the 11th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Bloomington?
The unemployment rate in Bloomington, IL is 2.6%, with a labor force participation rate of 63.7%. Per capita income is $47,796.
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