Park Ridge, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Park Ridge, Illinois is 39,241 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 43rd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $138,059, the median home value is $539,300, and the median age is 44.5.
The population has grown 2.5% since 2010 (37,518 → 38,445).
39,241
Population
5536
People / sq mi
$138,059
Median Income
$539,300
Median Home Value
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Park Ridge covers 7.1 sq mi of land at 5536 people per square mile.
About Park Ridge, IL
Educational attainment is the headline number in Park Ridge: 65.1% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 39,241 residents, Park Ridge is a city in Illinois. It ranks #43 among cities in Illinois by population.
Households take in a median $138,059, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.1% — below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $539,300, with typical rent around $1,511.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 65.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is on the higher side at 22.0%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Park Ridge usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Park Ridge city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Park Ridge city had a population of 37,518 in 2010 and 38,445 in 2024, a 2.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 39,502 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.19%.
38,445
Population (2024)
37,518
Population (2010)
39,502
Peak (2020)
0.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 37,518 |
| 2011 | 37,643 |
| 2012 | 37,783 |
| 2013 | 37,908 |
| 2014 | 37,900 |
| 2015 | 37,779 |
| 2016 | 37,625 |
| 2017 | 37,418 |
| 2018 | 37,177 |
| 2019 | 36,950 |
| 2020 | 39,502 |
| 2021 | 38,806 |
| 2022 | 38,331 |
| 2023 | 38,203 |
| 2024 | 38,445 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$138,059
Median Household Income
$73,112
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$539,300
Median Home Value
$1,511
Median Rent
85.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.8%
High School+
65.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
8.6%
Drive Alone
60.5%
Public Transit
22.0%
Work From Home
28.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.1%
Foreign Born
77.7%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
96.4%
Health Insurance
95.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.4% |
| Information | 12.6% |
| Manufacturing | 9.2% |
| Retail Trade | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Park Ridge, Illinois has a population of 39,241 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 43rd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Park Ridge, Illinois is $138,059, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Park Ridge, Illinois is $539,300, with median monthly rent at $1,511 and a homeownership rate of 85.3%.
The median age in Park Ridge, Illinois is 44.5 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.
The population has grown 2.5% since 2010 (37,518 → 38,445).
Park Ridge city, IL Climate
Park Ridge city, IL has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F) and receives about 908 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.7°C
Avg Temp
908
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 22° | 43 mm |
| February | -3° / 27° | 37 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 64 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 92 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 89 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 97 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 92 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 106 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 89 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 65 mm |
| November | 4° / 40° | 74 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 60 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 Park Ridge city, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Park Ridge city, IL are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -10°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.