Oak Lawn, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oak Lawn, Illinois is 57,098 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $82,493, the median home value is $267,900, and the median age is 40.3.
The population has declined 0.4% since 2010 (56,732 → 56,531).
57,098
Population
6662
People / sq mi
$82,493
Median Income
$267,900
Median Home Value
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Oak Lawn covers 8.6 sq mi of land at 6662 people per square mile.
About Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.9% of the population. With 57,098 residents, Oak Lawn is a city in Illinois. It ranks #22 among cities in Illinois by population.
Median household income is $82,493, above the US median of $78,538. About 6.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $267,900, with typical rent around $1,310.
Roughly 30.2% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Oak Lawn village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Oak Lawn village had a population of 56,732 in 2010 and 56,531 in 2024, a -0.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 58,149 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.01%.
56,531
Population (2024)
56,732
Population (2010)
58,149
Peak (2020)
-0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 56,732 |
| 2011 | 56,924 |
| 2012 | 57,078 |
| 2013 | 57,170 |
| 2014 | 57,106 |
| 2015 | 56,825 |
| 2016 | 56,456 |
| 2017 | 55,983 |
| 2018 | 55,430 |
| 2019 | 55,022 |
| 2020 | 58,149 |
| 2021 | 57,101 |
| 2022 | 56,358 |
| 2023 | 56,178 |
| 2024 | 56,531 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.9% |
| Black or African American | 7.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$82,493
Median Household Income
$40,136
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$267,900
Median Home Value
$1,310
Median Rent
82.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.3%
High School+
30.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.1%
Drive Alone
74.7%
Public Transit
10.0%
Work From Home
31.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.9%
Foreign Born
70.3%
Non-English at Home
3.5%
Veterans
11.1%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.1% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Information | 7.9% |
| Retail Trade | 7.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.8% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oak Lawn, Illinois has a population of 57,098 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Oak Lawn, Illinois is $82,493, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oak Lawn, Illinois is $267,900, with median monthly rent at $1,310 and a homeownership rate of 82.5%.
The median age in Oak Lawn, Illinois is 40.3 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has declined 0.4% since 2010 (56,732 → 56,531).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.