Elgin, Illinois

US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates ยท 2022

ILMajor City

Elgin Demographics Overview

Total Population
114,190
ACS 2022 estimate
Median Household Income
$85,998
Annual household income
โ–ฒ 15% vs US avg
Median Home Value
$242,500
Owner-occupied homes
โ–ผ 14% vs US avg
Median Gross Rent
$1,190
Monthly rent (incl. utilities)
โ–ฒ 2% vs US avg
Median Age
35.5 years
Median age of residents
โ–ผ 9% vs US avg

Income & Economy

Median Household Income
$85,998
US avg: $74,580
vs. National Median+15.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$242,500
US avg: $281,900
Median Gross Rent
$1,190/mo
US avg: $1,163/mo
Rent vs. National Avg+2.3%

Population

Total Population114,190
Median Age
35.5 years
US avg: 38.9 yrs

Data Source

Data for Elgin 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†’

Elgin, IL โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elgin demographics

What is the population of Elgin, Illinois?

According to the US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2022), the population of Elgin, Illinois is 114,190.

What is the median household income in Elgin?

The median household income in Elgin, Illinois is $85,998 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 Elgin?

Key cost indicators for Elgin, Illinois:. Median home value: $242,500. Median gross rent: $1,190/month. Median household income: $85,998/year

What is the median home value in Elgin?

The median home value in Elgin, Illinois is $242,500, compared to the national median of approximately $281,900.

What is the average age in Elgin?

The median age in Elgin, Illinois is 35.5 years, compared to the US national median age of approximately 38.9 years.

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