Chester, Illinois

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

IL

Chester Demographics Overview

Total Population
6,941
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$68,826
Annual household income
โ–ผ 8% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$111,100
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ผ 61% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$628
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ผ 46% vs US avg
Median Age
43.2 years
Median age of residents
โ–ฒ 11% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$68,826
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median-7.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$111,100
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$628/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg-46.0%

Population

Total Population6,941
Median Age
43.2 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Chester comes from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, covering the period 2018โ€“2022.

The ACS 5-Year estimates provide the most reliable demographic statistics available, especially for smaller communities, by pooling 5 years of survey data.

Learn more about the ACS โ†’

Chester, IL โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chester demographics

What is the population of Chester, Illinois?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Chester, Illinois is 6,941.

What is the median household income in Chester?

The median household income in Chester, Illinois is $68,826 per year, according to the 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates. The US national median household income is approximately $74,580.

What is the cost of living in Chester?

Key cost indicators for Chester, Illinois:. Median home value: $111,100. Median gross rent: $628/month. Median household income: $68,826/year

What is the median home value in Chester?

The median home value in Chester, Illinois is $111,100, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Chester?

The median age in Chester, Illinois is 43.2 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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