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Population Review

Manhattan, Illinois Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Manhattan, Illinois is 10,315 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 222nd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $128,375, the median home value is $314,400, and the median age is 32.1.

The population has grown 51.9% since 2010 (7,090 → 10,772).

10,315

Population

1528

People / sq mi

$128,375

Median Income

$314,400

Median Home Value

Manhattan covers 6.8 sq mi of land at 1528 people per square mile.

About Manhattan, IL

Manhattan is a city in Illinois with a population of 10,315. It ranks #222 among cities in Illinois by population. The median age is 32.1, younger than the national median. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

The median household income in Manhattan is $128,375, above the US median of $74,580. 2.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $314,400, with monthly rent averaging $1,220. The homeownership rate of 88.4% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Manhattan reflects 35.8% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.3% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 37.4 minutes each way.

Manhattan village Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Manhattan village had a population of 7,090 in 2010 and 10,772 in 2024, a 51.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,772 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.10%.

2024 · 11K20102024

10,772

Population (2024)

7,090

Population (2010)

10,772

Peak (2024)

3.10%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
20107,090
20117,118
20127,140
20137,197
20147,305
20157,403
20167,553
20177,751
20187,983
20198,240
20209,530
202110,042
202210,348
202310,581
202410,772

Race & Ethnicity

White81.3%
Black or African American3.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$128,375

Median Household Income

$46,900

Per Capita Income

2.2%

Poverty Rate

1.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$314,400

Median Home Value

$1,220

Median Rent

88.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

98.4%

High School+

35.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.9%

Drive Alone

77.2%

Public Transit

10.3%

Work From Home

37.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

8.0%

Foreign Born

90.4%

Non-English at Home

3.2%

Veterans

4.9%

With Disability

97.8%

Health Insurance

99.8%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.1%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate12.9%
Education, Health Care & Social Services9.2%
Retail Trade9.2%
Manufacturing8.8%
Construction8.1%
Public Administration7.5%
Information5.7%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.5%
Transportation & Warehousing1.0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Manhattan, Illinois has a population of 10,315 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 222nd-largest city in Illinois.

The median household income in Manhattan, Illinois is $128,375, with 2.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Manhattan, Illinois is $314,400, with median monthly rent at $1,220 and a homeownership rate of 88.4%.

The median age in Manhattan, Illinois is 32.1 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.

The population has grown 51.9% since 2010 (7,090 → 10,772).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.