Elmhurst, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elmhurst, Illinois is 45,538 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 33rd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $145,374, the median home value is $532,800, and the median age is 41.6.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (44,199 → 46,108).
45,538
Population
4457
People / sq mi
$145,374
Median Income
$532,800
Median Home Value
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Elmhurst covers 10.2 sq mi of land at 4457 people per square mile.
About Elmhurst, IL
Among US cities, Elmhurst stands out first on household income: a median of $145,374, above the US median of $78,538. With 45,538 residents, Elmhurst is a city in Illinois. It ranks #33 among cities in Illinois by population.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $145,374, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.2% — below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $532,800, with typical rent around $1,877.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 63.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is on the higher side at 23.1%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Elmhurst firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Elmhurst city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elmhurst city had a population of 44,199 in 2010 and 46,108 in 2024, a 4.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 46,746 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.31%.
46,108
Population (2024)
44,199
Population (2010)
46,746
Peak (2019)
0.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 44,199 |
| 2011 | 44,983 |
| 2012 | 45,256 |
| 2013 | 45,621 |
| 2014 | 45,809 |
| 2015 | 46,007 |
| 2016 | 46,523 |
| 2017 | 46,626 |
| 2018 | 46,489 |
| 2019 | 46,746 |
| 2020 | 45,727 |
| 2021 | 45,495 |
| 2022 | 45,422 |
| 2023 | 45,666 |
| 2024 | 46,108 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$145,374
Median Household Income
$75,456
Per Capita Income
2.2%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$532,800
Median Home Value
$1,877
Median Rent
79.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.5%
High School+
63.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
8.2%
Drive Alone
61.3%
Public Transit
23.1%
Work From Home
28.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.6%
Foreign Born
83.7%
Non-English at Home
4.3%
Veterans
6.6%
With Disability
97.1%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.9% |
| Information | 12.9% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elmhurst, Illinois has a population of 45,538 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 33rd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Elmhurst, Illinois is $145,374, with 2.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elmhurst, Illinois is $532,800, with median monthly rent at $1,877 and a homeownership rate of 79.7%.
The median age in Elmhurst, Illinois is 41.6 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 4.3% since 2010 (44,199 → 46,108).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.