Shorewood, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Shorewood, Illinois is 18,218 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 140th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $122,648, the median home value is $324,600, and the median age is 44.5.
The population has grown 17.9% since 2010 (15,708 → 18,522).
18,218
Population
2253
People / sq mi
$122,648
Median Income
$324,600
Median Home Value
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Shorewood covers 8.1 sq mi of land at 2253 people per square mile.
About Shorewood, IL
Homeownership is the standout figure in Shorewood: 95.5% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 18,218 residents, Shorewood is a city in Illinois.
Households take in a median $122,648, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 4.5%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $324,600, with typical rent around $2,087.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 41.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in Shorewood, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
Shorewood village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Shorewood village had a population of 15,708 in 2010 and 18,522 in 2024, a 17.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,522 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.19%.
18,522
Population (2024)
15,708
Population (2010)
18,522
Peak (2024)
1.19%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,708 |
| 2011 | 16,055 |
| 2012 | 16,227 |
| 2013 | 16,381 |
| 2014 | 16,585 |
| 2015 | 16,772 |
| 2016 | 17,004 |
| 2017 | 17,186 |
| 2018 | 17,321 |
| 2019 | 17,509 |
| 2020 | 18,184 |
| 2021 | 18,283 |
| 2022 | 18,301 |
| 2023 | 18,434 |
| 2024 | 18,522 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.4% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$122,648
Median Household Income
$49,597
Per Capita Income
4.5%
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$324,600
Median Home Value
$2,087
Median Rent
95.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.4%
High School+
41.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
79.4%
Public Transit
12.0%
Work From Home
33.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.6%
Foreign Born
90.4%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
10.1%
With Disability
98.0%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.5% |
| Manufacturing | 10.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Construction | 8.1% |
| Retail Trade | 7.9% |
| Public Administration | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Shorewood, Illinois has a population of 18,218 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 140th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Shorewood, Illinois is $122,648, with 4.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Shorewood, Illinois is $324,600, with median monthly rent at $2,087 and a homeownership rate of 95.5%.
The median age in Shorewood, Illinois is 44.5 years. The population is 51.4% male and 48.6% female.
The population has grown 17.9% since 2010 (15,708 → 18,522).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.