Alsip, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Alsip, Illinois is 18,650 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 132nd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $67,557, the median home value is $208,700, and the median age is 39.5.
The population has declined 4.1% since 2010 (19,286 → 18,486).
18,650
Population
2857
People / sq mi
$67,557
Median Income
$208,700
Median Home Value
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Alsip covers 6.5 sq mi of land at 2857 people per square mile.
About Alsip, IL
Alsip is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 10.1% of the population. With 18,650 residents, Alsip is a city in Illinois.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $67,557 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 11.5%, below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $208,700, with typical rent around $1,102.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.9% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Alsip village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Alsip village had a population of 19,286 in 2010 and 18,486 in 2024, a -4.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,459 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.30%.
18,486
Population (2024)
19,286
Population (2010)
19,459
Peak (2013)
-0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,286 |
| 2011 | 19,355 |
| 2012 | 19,424 |
| 2013 | 19,459 |
| 2014 | 19,435 |
| 2015 | 19,341 |
| 2016 | 19,209 |
| 2017 | 19,040 |
| 2018 | 18,848 |
| 2019 | 18,709 |
| 2020 | 18,999 |
| 2021 | 18,646 |
| 2022 | 18,396 |
| 2023 | 18,349 |
| 2024 | 18,486 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 51.1% |
| Black or African American | 22.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$67,557
Median Household Income
$34,222
Per Capita Income
11.5%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$208,700
Median Home Value
$1,102
Median Rent
65.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.3%
High School+
21.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.0%
Drive Alone
75.8%
Public Transit
7.9%
Work From Home
29.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.1%
Foreign Born
77.6%
Non-English at Home
4.7%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
92.6%
Health Insurance
93.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.9% |
| Manufacturing | 12.1% |
| Retail Trade | 11.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.2% |
| Construction | 7.9% |
| Information | 6.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alsip, Illinois has a population of 18,650 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 132nd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Alsip, Illinois is $67,557, with 11.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Alsip, Illinois is $208,700, with median monthly rent at $1,102 and a homeownership rate of 65.2%.
The median age in Alsip, Illinois is 39.5 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has declined 4.1% since 2010 (19,286 → 18,486).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.