Moline, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Moline, Illinois is 42,235 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $63,959, the median home value is $141,900, and the median age is 38.7.
The population has declined 2.4% since 2010 (43,469 → 42,442).
42,235
Population
2521
People / sq mi
$63,959
Median Income
$141,900
Median Home Value
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Moline covers 16.8 sq mi of land at 2521 people per square mile.
About Moline, IL
In Moline, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $141,900. With 42,235 residents, Moline is a city in Illinois. It ranks #36 among cities in Illinois by population.
The typical household earns $63,959, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.4%, close to the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $141,900, with typical rent around $887.
Roughly 29.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 7.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Moline city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Moline city had a population of 43,469 in 2010 and 42,442 in 2024, a -2.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 43,469 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.16%.
42,442
Population (2024)
43,469
Population (2010)
43,469
Peak (2010)
-0.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 43,469 |
| 2011 | 43,253 |
| 2012 | 43,214 |
| 2013 | 43,088 |
| 2014 | 42,825 |
| 2015 | 42,622 |
| 2016 | 42,238 |
| 2017 | 41,917 |
| 2018 | 41,566 |
| 2019 | 41,356 |
| 2020 | 42,891 |
| 2021 | 42,463 |
| 2022 | 42,107 |
| 2023 | 42,165 |
| 2024 | 42,442 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 69.5% |
| Black or African American | 9.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$63,959
Median Household Income
$34,953
Per Capita Income
12.4%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$141,900
Median Home Value
$887
Median Rent
66.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.1%
High School+
29.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
78.3%
Public Transit
7.6%
Work From Home
18.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.8%
Foreign Born
82.6%
Non-English at Home
6.3%
Veterans
15.0%
With Disability
92.6%
Health Insurance
95.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.2% |
| Manufacturing | 14.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Construction | 6.2% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Public Administration | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Moline, Illinois has a population of 42,235 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Moline, Illinois is $63,959, with 12.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Moline, Illinois is $141,900, with median monthly rent at $887 and a homeownership rate of 66.0%.
The median age in Moline, Illinois is 38.7 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has declined 2.4% since 2010 (43,469 → 42,442).
Moline city, IL Climate
Moline city, IL has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F) and receives about 949 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10°C
Avg Temp
949
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -6° / 21° | 38 mm |
| February | -3° / 26° | 30 mm |
| March | 4° / 38° | 68 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 96 mm |
| May | 16° / 62° | 102 mm |
| June | 22° / 71° | 109 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 118 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 104 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 97 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 72 mm |
| November | 4° / 39° | 63 mm |
| December | -3° / 26° | 52 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 Moline city, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Moline city, IL are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.