Carpentersville, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Carpentersville, Illinois is 37,544 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 48th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $86,327, the median home value is $225,200, and the median age is 33.8.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (37,737 → 37,144).
37,544
Population
4774
People / sq mi
$86,327
Median Income
$225,200
Median Home Value
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Carpentersville covers 7.9 sq mi of land at 4774 people per square mile.
About Carpentersville, IL
Carpentersville is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.2% of the population. Carpentersville is a city in Illinois with a population of 37,544. It ranks #48 among cities in Illinois by population.
The typical household here earns about $86,327, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 10.0%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $225,200, with typical rent around $1,420.
College attainment is 24.0%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.9%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Carpentersville village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Carpentersville village had a population of 37,737 in 2010 and 37,144 in 2024, a -1.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,310 in 2015. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.
37,144
Population (2024)
37,737
Population (2010)
38,310
Peak (2015)
-0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,737 |
| 2011 | 37,977 |
| 2012 | 38,035 |
| 2013 | 38,117 |
| 2014 | 38,238 |
| 2015 | 38,310 |
| 2016 | 38,168 |
| 2017 | 37,975 |
| 2018 | 37,634 |
| 2019 | 37,254 |
| 2020 | 37,911 |
| 2021 | 37,710 |
| 2022 | 37,356 |
| 2023 | 37,265 |
| 2024 | 37,144 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 41.9% |
| Black or African American | 5.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$86,327
Median Household Income
$31,552
Per Capita Income
10.0%
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$225,200
Median Home Value
$1,420
Median Rent
73.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
76.3%
High School+
24.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.1%
Drive Alone
73.9%
Public Transit
8.9%
Work From Home
29.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.2%
Foreign Born
44.5%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
9.8%
With Disability
89.0%
Health Insurance
95.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 19.3% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.4% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carpentersville, Illinois has a population of 37,544 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 48th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Carpentersville, Illinois is $86,327, with 10.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Carpentersville, Illinois is $225,200, with median monthly rent at $1,420 and a homeownership rate of 73.0%.
The median age in Carpentersville, Illinois is 33.8 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (37,737 → 37,144).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.