Edwardsville, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Edwardsville, Illinois is 26,543 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 83rd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $92,671, the median home value is $286,700, and the median age is 32.3.
The population has grown 9.5% since 2010 (24,408 → 26,715).
26,543
Population
1327
People / sq mi
$92,671
Median Income
$286,700
Median Home Value
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Edwardsville covers 20.0 sq mi of land at 1327 people per square mile.
About Edwardsville, IL
Edwardsville skews on age — the median resident is 32.3, younger than the national median. Edwardsville is a city in Illinois with a population of 26,543.
Median household income is $92,671, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $286,700, with typical rent around $1,231.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 54.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 14.3% of workers work from home, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Edwardsville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Edwardsville city had a population of 24,408 in 2010 and 26,715 in 2024, a 9.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,813 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.66%.
26,715
Population (2024)
24,408
Population (2010)
26,813
Peak (2020)
0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,408 |
| 2011 | 24,410 |
| 2012 | 24,615 |
| 2013 | 24,749 |
| 2014 | 24,882 |
| 2015 | 25,098 |
| 2016 | 25,164 |
| 2017 | 25,102 |
| 2018 | 24,984 |
| 2019 | 25,233 |
| 2020 | 26,813 |
| 2021 | 26,726 |
| 2022 | 26,675 |
| 2023 | 26,764 |
| 2024 | 26,715 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 85.7% |
| Black or African American | 7.2% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$92,671
Median Household Income
$48,313
Per Capita Income
3.6%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$286,700
Median Home Value
$1,231
Median Rent
68.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.0%
High School+
54.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
79.7%
Public Transit
14.3%
Work From Home
24.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.1%
Foreign Born
95.5%
Non-English at Home
4.9%
Veterans
8.9%
With Disability
96.6%
Health Insurance
98.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.1% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.0% |
| Information | 6.2% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.8% |
| Construction | 3.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Edwardsville, Illinois has a population of 26,543 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 83rd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Edwardsville, Illinois is $92,671, with 3.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Edwardsville, Illinois is $286,700, with median monthly rent at $1,231 and a homeownership rate of 68.9%.
The median age in Edwardsville, Illinois is 32.3 years. The population is 46.1% male and 53.9% female.
The population has grown 9.5% since 2010 (24,408 → 26,715).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.