Champaign, IL Census Data
The 10th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Champaign is the 10th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 27th of 29 for median household income. With 88,822 residents, its poverty rate of 23.9% 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
88,822
51.1% male · 48.9% female
Median Age
27.1
11.6 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$57,544
$20,994 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
53.6%
18.6% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 94.6%
Poverty Rate
23.9%
11.5% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 5.3%
Broadband Access
97.5%
7.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$199,700
Median rent: $1,103 · 45% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
Labor force participation: 57.0%
Per Capita Income
$31,928
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.1%
Disability rate: 9.6%
How Champaign Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 10th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 27th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 29th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 6th of 29 | Top 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 23rd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Champaign, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Champaign, IL?
The population of Champaign, IL is 88,822 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 27.1 years.
What is the median household income in Champaign?
The median household income in Champaign, IL is $57,544, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $31,928.
What is the poverty rate in Champaign?
The poverty rate in Champaign, IL is 23.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 5.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Champaign residents have a college degree?
53.6% of adults (25+) in Champaign hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 94.6% 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 Champaign?
The median home value in Champaign, IL is $199,700. Median rent is $1,103 per month, with 45% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Champaign?
Champaign's population is 58.0% White, 17.4% Black, 7.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 14.8% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Champaign rank among Illinois cities?
Champaign is the 10th largest city in Illinois by population, the 27th highest for median household income, the 29th lowest for poverty rate, the 6th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Champaign?
The unemployment rate in Champaign, IL is 4.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 57.0%. Per capita income is $31,928.
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