Blue Island, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Blue Island, Illinois is 23,416 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 100th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $60,965, the median home value is $169,800, and the median age is 36.7.
The population has declined 8.1% since 2010 (23,719 → 21,805).
23,416
Population
5752
People / sq mi
$60,965
Median Income
$169,800
Median Home Value
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Blue Island covers 4.1 sq mi of land at 5752 people per square mile.
About Blue Island, IL
Blue Island is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 8.3% of the population. Blue Island is a city in Illinois with a population of 23,416.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $60,965, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.9%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $169,800, with typical rent around $1,071.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 19.3%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.7% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Blue Island city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Blue Island city had a population of 23,719 in 2010 and 21,805 in 2024, a -8.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,884 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.60%.
21,805
Population (2024)
23,719
Population (2010)
23,884
Peak (2013)
-0.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,719 |
| 2011 | 23,807 |
| 2012 | 23,863 |
| 2013 | 23,884 |
| 2014 | 23,841 |
| 2015 | 23,707 |
| 2016 | 23,537 |
| 2017 | 23,317 |
| 2018 | 23,074 |
| 2019 | 22,899 |
| 2020 | 22,470 |
| 2021 | 22,048 |
| 2022 | 21,749 |
| 2023 | 21,673 |
| 2024 | 21,805 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 35.0% |
| Black or African American | 35.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$60,965
Median Household Income
$28,361
Per Capita Income
9.9%
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$169,800
Median Home Value
$1,071
Median Rent
49.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.8%
High School+
19.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
8.2%
Drive Alone
69.4%
Public Transit
5.7%
Work From Home
27.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
8.3%
Foreign Born
64.9%
Non-English at Home
4.6%
Veterans
12.1%
With Disability
87.2%
Health Insurance
91.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Manufacturing | 14.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.5% |
| Construction | 9.7% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Information | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Blue Island, Illinois has a population of 23,416 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 100th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Blue Island, Illinois is $60,965, with 9.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Blue Island, Illinois is $169,800, with median monthly rent at $1,071 and a homeownership rate of 49.1%.
The median age in Blue Island, Illinois is 36.7 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
The population has declined 8.1% since 2010 (23,719 → 21,805).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.