Springfield, IL Census Data
The 7th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Springfield is the 7th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 25th of 29 for median household income. With 113,714 residents, its poverty rate of 16.5% 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
113,714
48.3% male · 51.7% female
Median Age
40.7
2.0 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$65,537
$13,001 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
35.1%
0.1% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 92.6%
Poverty Rate
16.5%
4.1% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.2%
Broadband Access
93.0%
3.3% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$155,200
Median rent: $945 · 63% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
6.7%
Labor force participation: 55.6%
Per Capita Income
$43,621
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.9%
Disability rate: 14.9%
How Springfield Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 7th of 29 | Top 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 25th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 23rd of 29 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 21st of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 26th of 29 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Springfield, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Springfield, IL?
The population of Springfield, IL is 113,714 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 40.7 years.
What is the median household income in Springfield?
The median household income in Springfield, IL is $65,537, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $43,621.
What is the poverty rate in Springfield?
The poverty rate in Springfield, IL is 16.5%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Springfield residents have a college degree?
35.1% of adults (25+) in Springfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 92.6% 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 Springfield?
The median home value in Springfield, IL is $155,200. Median rent is $945 per month, with 63% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Springfield?
Springfield's population is 70.5% White, 19.8% Black, 3.4% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.9% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Springfield rank among Illinois cities?
Springfield is the 7th largest city in Illinois by population, the 25th highest for median household income, the 23rd lowest for poverty rate, the 21st highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Springfield?
The unemployment rate in Springfield, IL is 6.7%, with a labor force participation rate of 55.6%. Per capita income is $43,621.
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