East Peoria, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of East Peoria, Illinois is 22,485 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 106th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $71,763, the median home value is $160,800, and the median age is 42.4.
The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (23,464 → 22,024).
22,485
Population
1087
People / sq mi
$71,763
Median Income
$160,800
Median Home Value
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East Peoria covers 20.7 sq mi of land at 1087 people per square mile.
About East Peoria, IL
In East Peoria, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $160,800. East Peoria is a city in Illinois with a population of 22,485.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $71,763 — below the US median of $78,538. About 5.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $160,800, with typical rent around $894.
26.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.9%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
East Peoria city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of East Peoria city had a population of 23,464 in 2010 and 22,024 in 2024, a -6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,520 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.45%.
22,024
Population (2024)
23,464
Population (2010)
23,520
Peak (2012)
-0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,464 |
| 2011 | 23,497 |
| 2012 | 23,520 |
| 2013 | 23,506 |
| 2014 | 23,364 |
| 2015 | 23,044 |
| 2016 | 22,915 |
| 2017 | 22,806 |
| 2018 | 22,627 |
| 2019 | 22,546 |
| 2020 | 22,443 |
| 2021 | 22,290 |
| 2022 | 22,101 |
| 2023 | 22,040 |
| 2024 | 22,024 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$71,763
Median Household Income
$39,435
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$160,800
Median Home Value
$894
Median Rent
75.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.2%
High School+
26.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
82.6%
Public Transit
7.9%
Work From Home
20.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.3%
Foreign Born
97.8%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
95.9%
Health Insurance
93.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.5% |
| Manufacturing | 15.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Construction | 6.8% |
| Information | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
East Peoria, Illinois has a population of 22,485 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 106th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in East Peoria, Illinois is $71,763, with 5.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in East Peoria, Illinois is $160,800, with median monthly rent at $894 and a homeownership rate of 75.5%.
The median age in East Peoria, Illinois is 42.4 years. The population is 52.1% male and 47.9% female.
The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (23,464 → 22,024).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.