Evanston, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Evanston, Illinois is 76,552 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 14th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $95,766, the median home value is $472,300, and the median age is 38.0.
The population has grown 1.9% since 2010 (74,585 → 76,006).
76,552
Population
9841
People / sq mi
$95,766
Median Income
$472,300
Median Home Value
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Evanston covers 7.8 sq mi of land at 9841 people per square mile.
About Evanston, IL
What distinguishes Evanston is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 9,841 people per square mile. Evanston is a city in Illinois with a population of 76,552. It ranks #14 among cities in Illinois by population.
Median household income is $95,766, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.0%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $472,300, with typical rent around $1,698.
Evanston is among the best-educated US cities: 70.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is widespread — 25.5% of workers stay home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Evanston: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Evanston city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Evanston city had a population of 74,585 in 2010 and 76,006 in 2024, a 1.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 77,818 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.15%.
76,006
Population (2024)
74,585
Population (2010)
77,818
Peak (2020)
0.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 74,585 |
| 2011 | 75,142 |
| 2012 | 75,723 |
| 2013 | 75,984 |
| 2014 | 75,994 |
| 2015 | 75,619 |
| 2016 | 75,243 |
| 2017 | 74,617 |
| 2018 | 73,990 |
| 2019 | 73,473 |
| 2020 | 77,818 |
| 2021 | 76,605 |
| 2022 | 75,618 |
| 2023 | 75,614 |
| 2024 | 76,006 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.9% |
| Black or African American | 14.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$95,766
Median Household Income
$65,988
Per Capita Income
5.0%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$472,300
Median Home Value
$1,698
Median Rent
55.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.4%
High School+
70.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
13.0%
Drive Alone
42.0%
Public Transit
25.5%
Work From Home
28.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
31.7%
Foreign Born
77.8%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
8.6%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
98.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 37.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 18.4% |
| Information | 7.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Manufacturing | 5.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Retail Trade | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
| Construction | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Evanston, Illinois has a population of 76,552 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 14th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Evanston, Illinois is $95,766, with 5.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Evanston, Illinois is $472,300, with median monthly rent at $1,698 and a homeownership rate of 55.8%.
The median age in Evanston, Illinois is 38.0 years. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.
The population has grown 1.9% since 2010 (74,585 → 76,006).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.