Bensenville, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bensenville, Illinois is 18,576 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 134th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $78,298, the median home value is $259,300, and the median age is 37.0.
The population has grown 1.4% since 2010 (18,367 → 18,629).
18,576
Population
3358
People / sq mi
$78,298
Median Income
$259,300
Median Home Value
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Bensenville covers 5.5 sq mi of land at 3358 people per square mile.
About Bensenville, IL
Bensenville is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.9% of the population. With 18,576 residents, Bensenville is a city in Illinois.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $78,298 — near the US median of $78,538. About 6.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $259,300, with typical rent around $1,374.
College attainment is 20.6%, below the national 35.0%. About 10.0% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
Bensenville village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Bensenville village had a population of 18,367 in 2010 and 18,629 in 2024, a 1.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,772 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.11%.
18,629
Population (2024)
18,367
Population (2010)
18,772
Peak (2020)
0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,367 |
| 2011 | 18,450 |
| 2012 | 18,492 |
| 2013 | 18,529 |
| 2014 | 18,492 |
| 2015 | 18,443 |
| 2016 | 18,398 |
| 2017 | 18,328 |
| 2018 | 18,196 |
| 2019 | 18,044 |
| 2020 | 18,772 |
| 2021 | 18,606 |
| 2022 | 18,483 |
| 2023 | 18,510 |
| 2024 | 18,629 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 49.8% |
| Black or African American | 5.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$78,298
Median Household Income
$33,552
Per Capita Income
6.7%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$259,300
Median Home Value
$1,374
Median Rent
50.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.7%
High School+
20.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.4%
Drive Alone
76.2%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
26.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.9%
Foreign Born
46.4%
Non-English at Home
2.9%
Veterans
10.8%
With Disability
83.1%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 19.8% |
| Retail Trade | 12.7% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 12.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Information | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.3% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bensenville, Illinois has a population of 18,576 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 134th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Bensenville, Illinois is $78,298, with 6.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bensenville, Illinois is $259,300, with median monthly rent at $1,374 and a homeownership rate of 50.8%.
The median age in Bensenville, Illinois is 37.0 years. The population is 53.5% male and 46.5% female.
The population has grown 1.4% since 2010 (18,367 → 18,629).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.