Morton, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Morton, Illinois is 16,503 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 153rd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $87,760, the median home value is $238,900, and the median age is 40.7.
The population has grown 7.2% since 2010 (16,374 → 17,557).
16,503
Population
1281
People / sq mi
$87,760
Median Income
$238,900
Median Home Value
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Morton covers 12.9 sq mi of land at 1281 people per square mile.
About Morton, IL
Homeownership is the standout figure in Morton: 78.2% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. Morton is a city in Illinois with a population of 16,503.
Median household income is $87,760, above the US median of $78,538. Only 4.6% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $238,900, with typical rent around $1,001.
42.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. About 10.7% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Morton, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Morton village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Morton village had a population of 16,374 in 2010 and 17,557 in 2024, a 7.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,557 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.51%.
17,557
Population (2024)
16,374
Population (2010)
17,557
Peak (2024)
0.51%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,374 |
| 2011 | 16,447 |
| 2012 | 16,537 |
| 2013 | 16,649 |
| 2014 | 16,606 |
| 2015 | 16,407 |
| 2016 | 16,406 |
| 2017 | 16,425 |
| 2018 | 16,339 |
| 2019 | 16,277 |
| 2020 | 17,178 |
| 2021 | 17,202 |
| 2022 | 17,368 |
| 2023 | 17,547 |
| 2024 | 17,557 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,760
Median Household Income
$46,532
Per Capita Income
4.6%
Poverty Rate
1.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$238,900
Median Home Value
$1,001
Median Rent
78.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.6%
High School+
42.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
80.2%
Public Transit
10.7%
Work From Home
16.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.2%
Foreign Born
97.0%
Non-English at Home
6.9%
Veterans
11.5%
With Disability
91.3%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.1% |
| Manufacturing | 13.1% |
| Information | 11.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morton, Illinois has a population of 16,503 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 153rd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Morton, Illinois is $87,760, with 4.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Morton, Illinois is $238,900, with median monthly rent at $1,001 and a homeownership rate of 78.2%.
The median age in Morton, Illinois is 40.7 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 7.2% since 2010 (16,374 → 17,557).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.