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Plano, Illinois Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Plano, Illinois is 11,626 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 200th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $83,102, the median home value is $221,100, and the median age is 33.1.

The population has grown 16.4% since 2010 (10,890 → 12,677).

11,626

Population

1295

People / sq mi

$83,102

Median Income

$221,100

Median Home Value

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Plano covers 9.0 sq mi of land at 1295 people per square mile.

About Plano, IL

Remote work is unusually rare in Plano: 4.8% of workers primarily work from home, below the 14.0% national rate. With 11,626 residents, Plano is a city in Illinois.

The typical household here earns about $83,102, above the US median of $78,538. About 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $221,100, with typical rent around $1,590.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 27.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Almost everyone commutes — only 4.8% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.

Plano city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Plano city had a population of 10,890 in 2010 and 12,677 in 2024, a 16.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,677 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.09%.

2024 · 13K20102024
Plano city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

12,677

Population (2024)

10,890

Population (2010)

12,677

Peak (2024)

1.09%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201010,890
201110,989
201211,072
201311,136
201411,210
201511,270
201611,374
201711,586
201811,652
201911,665
202011,908
202112,194
202212,501
202312,674
202412,677

Race & Ethnicity

White59.6%
Black or African American4.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.3%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$83,102

Median Household Income

$33,805

Per Capita Income

6.9%

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$221,100

Median Home Value

$1,590

Median Rent

73.5%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.4%

High School+

27.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.3%

Drive Alone

83.3%

Public Transit

4.8%

Work From Home

30.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

12.9%

Foreign Born

71.2%

Non-English at Home

3.6%

Veterans

12.8%

With Disability

95.4%

Health Insurance

97.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management20.9%
Manufacturing10.8%
Retail Trade10.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate10.2%
Information7.7%
Construction7.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services4.1%
Transportation & Warehousing3.6%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.5%
Public Administration2.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Plano, Illinois has a population of 11,626 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 200th-largest city in Illinois.

The median household income in Plano, Illinois is $83,102, with 6.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Plano, Illinois is $221,100, with median monthly rent at $1,590 and a homeownership rate of 73.5%.

The median age in Plano, Illinois is 33.1 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The population has grown 16.4% since 2010 (10,890 → 12,677).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.