Streator, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Streator, Illinois is 12,274 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 195th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $54,953, the median home value is $88,000, and the median age is 39.6.
The population has declined 12.1% since 2010 (13,987 → 12,295).
12,274
Population
1677
People / sq mi
$54,953
Median Income
$88,000
Median Home Value
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Streator covers 7.3 sq mi of land at 1677 people per square mile.
About Streator, IL
Housing cost is the defining feature of Streator: the median home is valued at $88,000. With 12,274 residents, Streator is a city in Illinois.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $54,953, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the highest of comparable US cities: 19.1%, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $88,000, with typical rent around $779.
College credentials are comparatively rare here: just 12.3%, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 4.9% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Streator city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Streator city had a population of 13,987 in 2010 and 12,295 in 2024, a -12.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,987 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.91%.
12,295
Population (2024)
13,987
Population (2010)
13,987
Peak (2010)
-0.91%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,987 |
| 2011 | 13,920 |
| 2012 | 13,823 |
| 2013 | 13,670 |
| 2014 | 13,556 |
| 2015 | 13,435 |
| 2016 | 13,340 |
| 2017 | 13,247 |
| 2018 | 13,154 |
| 2019 | 13,113 |
| 2020 | 12,510 |
| 2021 | 12,454 |
| 2022 | 12,324 |
| 2023 | 12,317 |
| 2024 | 12,295 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.3% |
| Black or African American | 3.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$54,953
Median Household Income
$32,820
Per Capita Income
19.1%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$88,000
Median Home Value
$779
Median Rent
61.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.1%
High School+
12.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
83.4%
Public Transit
4.9%
Work From Home
27.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
10.6%
Foreign Born
91.1%
Non-English at Home
7.7%
Veterans
16.9%
With Disability
96.1%
Health Insurance
90.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 20.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.6% |
| Retail Trade | 11.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.4% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Streator, Illinois has a population of 12,274 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 195th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Streator, Illinois is $54,953, with 19.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Streator, Illinois is $88,000, with median monthly rent at $779 and a homeownership rate of 61.6%.
The median age in Streator, Illinois is 39.6 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has declined 12.1% since 2010 (13,987 → 12,295).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.