Elgin, IL Census Data
The 6th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Elgin is the 6th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 16th of 29 for median household income. With 114,106 residents, its poverty rate of 10.4% 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
114,106
50.7% male · 49.3% female
Median Age
36.3
2.4 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$88,316
$9,778 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
26.0%
9.0% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 81.2%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
2.0% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 10.9%
Broadband Access
96.9%
7.2% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$252,400
Median rent: $1,260 · 71% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.3%
Labor force participation: 64.7%
Per Capita Income
$40,476
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.9%
Disability rate: 9.8%
How Elgin Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 6th of 29 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 16th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 16th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 23rd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 19th of 29 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Elgin, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Elgin, IL?
The population of Elgin, IL is 114,106 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.3 years.
What is the median household income in Elgin?
The median household income in Elgin, IL is $88,316, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $40,476.
What is the poverty rate in Elgin?
The poverty rate in Elgin, IL is 10.4%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 10.9% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Elgin residents have a college degree?
26.0% of adults (25+) in Elgin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 81.2% 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 Elgin?
The median home value in Elgin, IL is $252,400. Median rent is $1,260 per month, with 71% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Elgin?
Elgin's population is 45.3% White, 5.2% Black, 48.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 6.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Elgin rank among Illinois cities?
Elgin is the 6th largest city in Illinois by population, the 16th highest for median household income, the 16th lowest for poverty rate, the 23rd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Elgin?
The unemployment rate in Elgin, IL is 6.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 64.7%. Per capita income is $40,476.
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