Burbank, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Burbank, Illinois is 28,822 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 69th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $83,975, the median home value is $258,900, and the median age is 38.2.
The population has declined 1.2% since 2010 (28,946 → 28,606).
28,822
Population
6894
People / sq mi
$83,975
Median Income
$258,900
Median Home Value
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Burbank covers 4.2 sq mi of land at 6894 people per square mile.
About Burbank, IL
Burbank is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 3.7% of the population. Burbank is a city in Illinois with a population of 28,822.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $83,975 — above the US median of $78,538. About 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $258,900, with typical rent around $1,241.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 15.5%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Burbank city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Burbank city had a population of 28,946 in 2010 and 28,606 in 2024, a -1.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 29,352 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.08%.
28,606
Population (2024)
28,946
Population (2010)
29,352
Peak (2020)
-0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 28,946 |
| 2011 | 29,062 |
| 2012 | 29,167 |
| 2013 | 29,249 |
| 2014 | 29,246 |
| 2015 | 29,137 |
| 2016 | 28,972 |
| 2017 | 28,738 |
| 2018 | 28,486 |
| 2019 | 28,289 |
| 2020 | 29,352 |
| 2021 | 28,843 |
| 2022 | 28,483 |
| 2023 | 28,406 |
| 2024 | 28,606 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 56.6% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$83,975
Median Household Income
$33,497
Per Capita Income
8.2%
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$258,900
Median Home Value
$1,241
Median Rent
80.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
79.3%
High School+
15.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.0%
Drive Alone
75.8%
Public Transit
5.5%
Work From Home
33.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
3.7%
Foreign Born
40.4%
Non-English at Home
3.4%
Veterans
11.0%
With Disability
89.1%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.0% |
| Manufacturing | 14.3% |
| Construction | 11.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.0% |
| Retail Trade | 9.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.4% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 2.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burbank, Illinois has a population of 28,822 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 69th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Burbank, Illinois is $83,975, with 8.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Burbank, Illinois is $258,900, with median monthly rent at $1,241 and a homeownership rate of 80.2%.
The median age in Burbank, Illinois is 38.2 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
The population has declined 1.2% since 2010 (28,946 → 28,606).
Burbank city, IL Climate
Burbank city, IL has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F) and receives about 953 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.1°C
Avg Temp
953
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 22° | 44 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 40 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 68 mm |
| April | 10° / 49° | 98 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 96 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 104 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 97 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 90 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 70 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 80 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 66 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Burbank city, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Burbank city, IL are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.