Dixon, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Dixon, Illinois is 15,166 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 162nd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $58,371, the median home value is $113,300, and the median age is 41.7.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (15,742 → 15,156).
15,166
Population
1595
People / sq mi
$58,371
Median Income
$113,300
Median Home Value
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Dixon covers 9.5 sq mi of land at 1595 people per square mile.
About Dixon, IL
Housing cost is the defining feature of Dixon: the median home is valued at $113,300. Dixon is a city in Illinois with a population of 15,166.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $58,371, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.5%, close to the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $113,300, with typical rent around $865.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 17.2%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is rare here (4.5%, below the national 14.0%), and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Dixon city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Dixon city had a population of 15,742 in 2010 and 15,156 in 2024, a -3.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 15,742 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.27%.
15,156
Population (2024)
15,742
Population (2010)
15,742
Peak (2010)
-0.27%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,742 |
| 2011 | 15,613 |
| 2012 | 15,511 |
| 2013 | 15,564 |
| 2014 | 15,437 |
| 2015 | 15,242 |
| 2016 | 15,293 |
| 2017 | 15,315 |
| 2018 | 15,209 |
| 2019 | 15,115 |
| 2020 | 15,366 |
| 2021 | 15,426 |
| 2022 | 15,319 |
| 2023 | 15,183 |
| 2024 | 15,156 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 79.9% |
| Black or African American | 11.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$58,371
Median Household Income
$27,610
Per Capita Income
12.5%
Poverty Rate
1.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$113,300
Median Home Value
$865
Median Rent
64.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.2%
High School+
17.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
82.3%
Public Transit
4.5%
Work From Home
19.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.1%
Foreign Born
94.3%
Non-English at Home
5.5%
Veterans
21.4%
With Disability
96.8%
Health Insurance
88.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.5% |
| Manufacturing | 17.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.7% |
| Public Administration | 6.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Construction | 2.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dixon, Illinois has a population of 15,166 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 162nd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Dixon, Illinois is $58,371, with 12.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Dixon, Illinois is $113,300, with median monthly rent at $865 and a homeownership rate of 64.3%.
The median age in Dixon, Illinois is 41.7 years. The population is 56.4% male and 43.6% female.
The population has declined 3.7% since 2010 (15,742 → 15,156).
Dixon city, IL Climate
Dixon city, IL has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F) and receives about 936 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.9°C
Avg Temp
936
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 19° | 37 mm |
| February | -4° / 24° | 33 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 64 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 91 mm |
| May | 15° / 60° | 109 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 119 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 91 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 108 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 93 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 70 mm |
| November | 3° / 38° | 69 mm |
| December | -4° / 25° | 52 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 Dixon city, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Dixon city, IL are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -12°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.