Roscoe, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Roscoe, Illinois is 10,881 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 212th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $97,704, the median home value is $215,200, and the median age is 35.3.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (10,846 → 10,981).
10,881
Population
1060
People / sq mi
$97,704
Median Income
$215,200
Median Home Value
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Roscoe covers 10.3 sq mi of land at 1060 people per square mile.
About Roscoe, IL
What distinguishes Roscoe is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 1,060 people per square mile. Roscoe is a city in Illinois with a population of 10,881.
The typical household here earns about $97,704, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.1%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $215,200, with typical rent around $1,349.
32.6% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.4%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Roscoe village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Roscoe village had a population of 10,846 in 2010 and 10,981 in 2024, a 1.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,981 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.10%.
10,981
Population (2024)
10,846
Population (2010)
10,981
Peak (2024)
0.10%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,846 |
| 2011 | 10,824 |
| 2012 | 10,778 |
| 2013 | 10,747 |
| 2014 | 10,673 |
| 2015 | 10,628 |
| 2016 | 10,601 |
| 2017 | 10,562 |
| 2018 | 10,548 |
| 2019 | 10,510 |
| 2020 | 10,962 |
| 2021 | 10,916 |
| 2022 | 10,872 |
| 2023 | 10,903 |
| 2024 | 10,981 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$97,704
Median Household Income
$41,908
Per Capita Income
5.1%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$215,200
Median Home Value
$1,349
Median Rent
71.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.6%
High School+
32.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
77.5%
Public Transit
14.4%
Work From Home
27.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
91.4%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
11.9%
With Disability
96.9%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 22.9% |
| Manufacturing | 18.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Information | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Construction | 4.1% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Roscoe, Illinois has a population of 10,881 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 212th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Roscoe, Illinois is $97,704, with 5.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Roscoe, Illinois is $215,200, with median monthly rent at $1,349 and a homeownership rate of 71.3%.
The median age in Roscoe, Illinois is 35.3 years. The population is 47.1% male and 52.9% female.
The population has grown 1.2% since 2010 (10,846 → 10,981).
Roscoe village, IL Climate
Roscoe village, IL has an average annual temperature of 8.6°C (47°F) and receives about 860 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.6°C
Avg Temp
860
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 18° | 31 mm |
| February | -5° / 24° | 28 mm |
| March | 2° / 35° | 59 mm |
| April | 9° / 47° | 84 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 81 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 102 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 99 mm |
| August | 21° / 71° | 103 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 99 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 63 mm |
| November | 3° / 37° | 64 mm |
| December | -4° / 24° | 47 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 Roscoe village, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Roscoe village, IL are typically August, June 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 -12°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.