Downers Grove, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Downers Grove, Illinois is 49,867 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 30th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $119,649, the median home value is $439,000, and the median age is 42.6.
The population has grown 3.3% since 2010 (48,944 → 50,552).
49,867
Population
3403
People / sq mi
$119,649
Median Income
$439,000
Median Home Value
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Downers Grove covers 14.7 sq mi of land at 3403 people per square mile.
About Downers Grove, IL
Remote work is unusually prominent in Downers Grove: 23.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the 14.0% national rate. With 49,867 residents, Downers Grove is a city in Illinois. It ranks #30 among cities in Illinois by population.
The typical household earns $119,649 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.3%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $439,000, with typical rent around $1,589.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 58.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 23.2% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The remote-work concentration is telling in Downers Grove — it skews toward higher-income, college-educated workers and reshapes both commute patterns and housing demand.
Downers Grove village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Downers Grove village had a population of 48,944 in 2010 and 50,552 in 2024, a 3.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 50,552 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.23%.
50,552
Population (2024)
48,944
Population (2010)
50,552
Peak (2024)
0.23%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,944 |
| 2011 | 49,226 |
| 2012 | 49,441 |
| 2013 | 49,698 |
| 2014 | 49,768 |
| 2015 | 49,785 |
| 2016 | 49,624 |
| 2017 | 49,558 |
| 2018 | 49,323 |
| 2019 | 49,057 |
| 2020 | 50,182 |
| 2021 | 49,816 |
| 2022 | 49,579 |
| 2023 | 50,130 |
| 2024 | 50,552 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.4% |
| Black or African American | 2.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$119,649
Median Household Income
$67,649
Per Capita Income
3.3%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$439,000
Median Home Value
$1,589
Median Rent
75.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.5%
High School+
58.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.8%
Drive Alone
61.9%
Public Transit
23.2%
Work From Home
27.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.5%
Foreign Born
86.7%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
7.7%
With Disability
96.3%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.9% |
| Information | 10.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.0% |
| Manufacturing | 8.5% |
| Construction | 5.4% |
| Retail Trade | 4.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Downers Grove, Illinois has a population of 49,867 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 30th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Downers Grove, Illinois is $119,649, with 3.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Downers Grove, Illinois is $439,000, with median monthly rent at $1,589 and a homeownership rate of 75.3%.
The median age in Downers Grove, Illinois is 42.6 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 3.3% since 2010 (48,944 → 50,552).
Downers Grove village, IL Climate
Downers Grove village, IL has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 942 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.8°C
Avg Temp
942
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 22° | 41 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 38 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 67 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 96 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 95 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 104 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 97 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 104 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 93 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 68 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 78 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 61 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 Downers Grove village, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Downers Grove village, IL are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°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.