Normal, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Normal, Illinois is 52,908 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 28th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $66,350, the median home value is $199,900, and the median age is 25.2.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (52,643 → 53,304).
52,908
Population
2832
People / sq mi
$66,350
Median Income
$199,900
Median Home Value
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Normal covers 18.7 sq mi of land at 2832 people per square mile.
About Normal, IL
Normal skews on age — the median resident is 25.2, younger than the national median. With 52,908 residents, Normal is a city in Illinois. It ranks #28 among cities in Illinois by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $66,350 — below the US median of $78,538. About 6.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $199,900, with typical rent around $974.
About 52.5% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Around 12.4% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Normal town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Normal town had a population of 52,643 in 2010 and 53,304 in 2024, a 1.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 54,667 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: 0.09%.
53,304
Population (2024)
52,643
Population (2010)
54,667
Peak (2013)
0.09%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 52,643 |
| 2011 | 53,119 |
| 2012 | 54,025 |
| 2013 | 54,667 |
| 2014 | 54,517 |
| 2015 | 54,294 |
| 2016 | 54,391 |
| 2017 | 54,452 |
| 2018 | 54,629 |
| 2019 | 54,469 |
| 2020 | 53,024 |
| 2021 | 53,081 |
| 2022 | 53,157 |
| 2023 | 53,114 |
| 2024 | 53,304 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.8% |
| Black or African American | 11.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$66,350
Median Household Income
$35,574
Per Capita Income
6.2%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$199,900
Median Home Value
$974
Median Rent
55.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.5%
High School+
52.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.4%
Drive Alone
70.8%
Public Transit
12.4%
Work From Home
17.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.2%
Foreign Born
90.7%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
8.3%
With Disability
95.9%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.8% |
| Information | 13.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.2% |
| Manufacturing | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.6% |
| Retail Trade | 2.8% |
| Construction | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Normal, Illinois has a population of 52,908 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 28th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Normal, Illinois is $66,350, with 6.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Normal, Illinois is $199,900, with median monthly rent at $974 and a homeownership rate of 55.2%.
The median age in Normal, Illinois is 25.2 years. The population is 47.8% male and 52.2% female.
The population has grown 1.3% since 2010 (52,643 → 53,304).
Normal town, IL Climate
Normal town, IL has an average annual temperature of 10.6°C (51°F) and receives about 951 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.6°C
Avg Temp
951
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 41 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 40 mm |
| March | 4° / 39° | 78 mm |
| April | 11° / 51° | 94 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 106 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 97 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 101 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 90 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 96 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 68 mm |
| November | 5° / 41° | 72 mm |
| December | -2° / 29° | 68 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 Normal town, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Normal town, 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 -10°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.