Elmwood Park, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elmwood Park, Illinois is 23,982 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 97th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $84,121, the median home value is $325,000, and the median age is 40.3.
The population has declined 4.8% since 2010 (24,894 → 23,698).
23,982
Population
12569
People / sq mi
$84,121
Median Income
$325,000
Median Home Value
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Elmwood Park covers 1.9 sq mi of land at 12569 people per square mile.
About Elmwood Park, IL
Elmwood Park stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 12,569 people per square mile. Elmwood Park is a city in Illinois with a population of 23,982.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $84,121 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $325,000, with typical rent around $1,295.
29.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Elmwood Park: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Elmwood Park village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elmwood Park village had a population of 24,894 in 2010 and 23,698 in 2024, a -4.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,032 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.35%.
23,698
Population (2024)
24,894
Population (2010)
25,032
Peak (2013)
-0.35%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,894 |
| 2011 | 24,960 |
| 2012 | 25,011 |
| 2013 | 25,032 |
| 2014 | 24,982 |
| 2015 | 24,854 |
| 2016 | 24,709 |
| 2017 | 24,488 |
| 2018 | 24,222 |
| 2019 | 24,098 |
| 2020 | 24,428 |
| 2021 | 23,970 |
| 2022 | 23,641 |
| 2023 | 23,561 |
| 2024 | 23,698 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$84,121
Median Household Income
$38,459
Per Capita Income
5.2%
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$325,000
Median Home Value
$1,295
Median Rent
62.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.6%
High School+
29.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.8%
Drive Alone
72.8%
Public Transit
10.3%
Work From Home
33.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.3%
Foreign Born
51.9%
Non-English at Home
2.9%
Veterans
9.9%
With Disability
90.2%
Health Insurance
93.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.7% |
| Retail Trade | 8.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.9% |
| Information | 7.3% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Public Administration | 5.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elmwood Park, Illinois has a population of 23,982 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 97th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Elmwood Park, Illinois is $84,121, with 5.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elmwood Park, Illinois is $325,000, with median monthly rent at $1,295 and a homeownership rate of 62.4%.
The median age in Elmwood Park, Illinois is 40.3 years. The population is 47.0% male and 53.0% female.
The population has declined 4.8% since 2010 (24,894 → 23,698).
Elmwood Park village, IL Climate
Elmwood Park village, IL has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F) and receives about 931 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.1°C
Avg Temp
931
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 45 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 39 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 66 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 95 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 90 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 99 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 93 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 106 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 90 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 68 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 77 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 63 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 Elmwood Park village, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Elmwood Park village, IL are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.