Oak Lawn, IL Census Data
The 22nd largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Oak Lawn is the 22nd largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 18th of 29 for median household income. With 57,098 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 17 other Illinois cities. 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
57,098
49.3% male · 50.7% female
Median Age
40.3
1.6 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$82,493
$3,955 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
30.2%
4.8% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.3%
Poverty Rate
9.2%
3.2% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 7.6%
Broadband Access
94.3%
4.6% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$267,900
Median rent: $1,310 · 82% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
5.1%
Labor force participation: 59.4%
Per Capita Income
$48,810
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.5%
Disability rate: 11.1%
How Oak Lawn Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 22nd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 18th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 12th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 22nd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 17th of 29 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Oak Lawn, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oak Lawn, IL?
The population of Oak Lawn, IL is 57,098 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.3 years.
What is the median household income in Oak Lawn?
The median household income in Oak Lawn, IL is $82,493, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $48,810.
What is the poverty rate in Oak Lawn?
The poverty rate in Oak Lawn, IL is 9.2%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 7.6% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Oak Lawn residents have a college degree?
30.2% of adults (25+) in Oak Lawn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.3% 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 Oak Lawn?
The median home value in Oak Lawn, IL is $267,900. Median rent is $1,310 per month, with 82% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Oak Lawn?
Oak Lawn's population is 71.9% White, 7.7% Black, 23.7% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.1% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Oak Lawn rank among Illinois cities?
Oak Lawn is the 22nd largest city in Illinois by population, the 18th highest for median household income, the 12th lowest for poverty rate, the 22nd highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Oak Lawn?
The unemployment rate in Oak Lawn, IL is 5.1%, with a labor force participation rate of 59.4%. Per capita income is $48,810.
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