Matteson, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Matteson, Illinois is 18,681 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 131st-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $98,617, the median home value is $251,400, and the median age is 44.2.
The population has declined 2.5% since 2010 (19,043 → 18,566).
18,681
Population
2011
People / sq mi
$98,617
Median Income
$251,400
Median Home Value
Matteson covers 9.3 sq mi of land at 2011 people per square mile.
About Matteson, IL
Matteson is a city in Illinois with a population of 18,681. It ranks #131 among cities in Illinois by population. The median age is 44.2, older than the national median. The population is 46.5% male and 53.5% female.
The median household income in Matteson is $98,617, above the US median of $74,580. 5.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $251,400, with monthly rent averaging $1,390. The homeownership rate of 77.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Matteson reflects 40.2% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 19.3% of workers primarily work from home, noticeably above the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 35.9 minutes each way.
Matteson village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Matteson village had a population of 19,043 in 2010 and 18,566 in 2024, a -2.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,460 in 2018. Average annual growth rate: -0.18%.
18,566
Population (2024)
19,043
Population (2010)
19,460
Peak (2018)
-0.18%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,043 |
| 2011 | 19,138 |
| 2012 | 19,205 |
| 2013 | 19,245 |
| 2014 | 19,251 |
| 2015 | 19,278 |
| 2016 | 19,247 |
| 2017 | 19,402 |
| 2018 | 19,460 |
| 2019 | 19,448 |
| 2020 | 19,021 |
| 2021 | 18,683 |
| 2022 | 18,459 |
| 2023 | 18,435 |
| 2024 | 18,566 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 14.5% |
| Black or African American | 78.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$98,617
Median Household Income
$47,102
Per Capita Income
5.2%
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$251,400
Median Home Value
$1,390
Median Rent
77.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.8%
High School+
40.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.2%
Drive Alone
70.7%
Public Transit
19.3%
Work From Home
35.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
19.4%
Foreign Born
95.8%
Non-English at Home
6.9%
Veterans
12.4%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
95.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.8% |
| Retail Trade | 13.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Information | 8.0% |
| Public Administration | 6.4% |
| Manufacturing | 5.3% |
| Construction | 4.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Matteson, Illinois has a population of 18,681 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 131st-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Matteson, Illinois is $98,617, with 5.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Matteson, Illinois is $251,400, with median monthly rent at $1,390 and a homeownership rate of 77.0%.
The median age in Matteson, Illinois is 44.2 years. The population is 46.5% male and 53.5% female.
The population has declined 2.5% since 2010 (19,043 → 18,566).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.