Homewood, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Homewood, Illinois is 19,471 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 126th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $96,522, the median home value is $210,500, and the median age is 39.8.
The population has declined 2.8% since 2010 (19,322 → 18,789).
19,471
Population
3733
People / sq mi
$96,522
Median Income
$210,500
Median Home Value
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Homewood covers 5.2 sq mi of land at 3733 people per square mile.
About Homewood, IL
Homeownership is the standout figure in Homewood: 79.4% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 19,471 residents, Homewood is a city in Illinois.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $96,522 — above the US median of $78,538. About 7.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $210,500, with typical rent around $1,422.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Homewood, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Homewood village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Homewood village had a population of 19,322 in 2010 and 18,789 in 2024, a -2.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,460 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -0.19%.
18,789
Population (2024)
19,322
Population (2010)
19,460
Peak (2014)
-0.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,322 |
| 2011 | 19,376 |
| 2012 | 19,427 |
| 2013 | 19,453 |
| 2014 | 19,460 |
| 2015 | 19,356 |
| 2016 | 19,219 |
| 2017 | 19,050 |
| 2018 | 18,853 |
| 2019 | 18,703 |
| 2020 | 19,374 |
| 2021 | 19,009 |
| 2022 | 18,752 |
| 2023 | 18,685 |
| 2024 | 18,789 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.8% |
| Black or African American | 44.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$96,522
Median Household Income
$39,955
Per Capita Income
7.2%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$210,500
Median Home Value
$1,422
Median Rent
79.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.9%
High School+
46.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.3%
Drive Alone
62.6%
Public Transit
13.0%
Work From Home
31.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.8%
Foreign Born
91.8%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
95.5%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Retail Trade | 7.6% |
| Manufacturing | 7.4% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.0% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Homewood, Illinois has a population of 19,471 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 126th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Homewood, Illinois is $96,522, with 7.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Homewood, Illinois is $210,500, with median monthly rent at $1,422 and a homeownership rate of 79.4%.
The median age in Homewood, Illinois is 39.8 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has declined 2.8% since 2010 (19,322 → 18,789).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.