Skokie, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Skokie, Illinois is 66,427 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 19th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $93,550, the median home value is $368,600, and the median age is 42.6.
The population has grown 1.5% since 2010 (64,889 → 65,850).
66,427
Population
6600
People / sq mi
$93,550
Median Income
$368,600
Median Home Value
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Skokie covers 10.1 sq mi of land at 6600 people per square mile.
About Skokie, IL
Skokie stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 6,600 people per square mile. With 66,427 residents, Skokie is a city in Illinois. It ranks #19 among cities in Illinois by population.
Median household income is $93,550, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.9%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $368,600, with typical rent around $1,491.
College attainment is above the local norm at 50.8%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 16.5%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Skokie: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Skokie village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Skokie village had a population of 64,889 in 2010 and 65,850 in 2024, a 1.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 67,690 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.13%.
65,850
Population (2024)
64,889
Population (2010)
67,690
Peak (2020)
0.13%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 64,889 |
| 2011 | 65,087 |
| 2012 | 65,247 |
| 2013 | 65,328 |
| 2014 | 65,223 |
| 2015 | 64,888 |
| 2016 | 64,437 |
| 2017 | 63,847 |
| 2018 | 63,171 |
| 2019 | 62,700 |
| 2020 | 67,690 |
| 2021 | 66,467 |
| 2022 | 65,590 |
| 2023 | 65,460 |
| 2024 | 65,850 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 51.2% |
| Black or African American | 10.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$93,550
Median Household Income
$44,330
Per Capita Income
7.9%
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$368,600
Median Home Value
$1,491
Median Rent
74.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.6%
High School+
50.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.5%
Drive Alone
60.3%
Public Transit
16.5%
Work From Home
26.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
11.7%
Foreign Born
50.2%
Non-English at Home
2.5%
Veterans
9.9%
With Disability
93.6%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.6% |
| Manufacturing | 8.5% |
| Information | 8.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Retail Trade | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 2.8% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Skokie, Illinois has a population of 66,427 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 19th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Skokie, Illinois is $93,550, with 7.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Skokie, Illinois is $368,600, with median monthly rent at $1,491 and a homeownership rate of 74.1%.
The median age in Skokie, Illinois is 42.6 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
The population has grown 1.5% since 2010 (64,889 → 65,850).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.