East St. Louis city, IL — Population & Demographics
East St. Louis city, IL has a population of 18,278. The median household income is $30,992 and the median age is 45.1.
18,278
Population
$30,992
Median Income
$52,700
Median Home Value
45.1
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 1.6% |
| Black or African American | 95.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$30,992
Median Household Income
$22,037
Per Capita Income
31.1%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$52,700
Median Home Value
$597
Median Rent
54.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
82.7%
High School+
14.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.5%
Drive Alone
6.6%
Work From Home
22.5 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
East St. Louis city, IL has a population of 18,278 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in East St. Louis city, IL is $30,992, with 31.1% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in East St. Louis city, IL is $52,700, with median rent at $597.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.