Mundelein, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mundelein, Illinois is 31,632 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $107,608, the median home value is $285,600, and the median age is 38.3.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (31,037 → 32,641).
31,632
Population
2892
People / sq mi
$107,608
Median Income
$285,600
Median Home Value
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Mundelein covers 10.9 sq mi of land at 2892 people per square mile.
About Mundelein, IL
Mundelein is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 13.9% of the population. Mundelein is a city in Illinois with a population of 31,632.
Median household income is $107,608, above the US median of $78,538. About 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $285,600, with typical rent around $1,564.
Roughly 42.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. A solid 16.0% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Mundelein village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mundelein village had a population of 31,037 in 2010 and 32,641 in 2024, a 5.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 32,641 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.36%.
32,641
Population (2024)
31,037
Population (2010)
32,641
Peak (2024)
0.36%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 31,037 |
| 2011 | 31,097 |
| 2012 | 31,118 |
| 2013 | 31,287 |
| 2014 | 31,459 |
| 2015 | 31,476 |
| 2016 | 31,424 |
| 2017 | 31,339 |
| 2018 | 31,183 |
| 2019 | 31,051 |
| 2020 | 31,539 |
| 2021 | 31,590 |
| 2022 | 31,746 |
| 2023 | 32,038 |
| 2024 | 32,641 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.0% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$107,608
Median Household Income
$47,030
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$285,600
Median Home Value
$1,564
Median Rent
71.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.5%
High School+
42.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.6%
Drive Alone
75.9%
Public Transit
16.0%
Work From Home
28.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.9%
Foreign Born
54.5%
Non-English at Home
3.0%
Veterans
8.7%
With Disability
92.1%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Manufacturing | 16.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.7% |
| Information | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mundelein, Illinois has a population of 31,632 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Mundelein, Illinois is $107,608, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mundelein, Illinois is $285,600, with median monthly rent at $1,564 and a homeownership rate of 71.3%.
The median age in Mundelein, Illinois is 38.3 years. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.
The population has grown 5.2% since 2010 (31,037 → 32,641).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.