Western Springs, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Western Springs, Illinois is 13,353 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 185th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $218,839, the median home value is $691,300, and the median age is 41.8.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (12,962 → 13,529).
13,353
Population
4795
People / sq mi
$218,839
Median Income
$691,300
Median Home Value
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Western Springs covers 2.8 sq mi of land at 4795 people per square mile.
About Western Springs, IL
Western Springs is defined demographically by education — 82.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average. With 13,353 residents, Western Springs is a city in Illinois.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $218,839, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 1.5%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $691,300, with typical rent around $1,932.
The population is unusually well-credentialed for US cities — 82.0% of adults have a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. An unusually large 27.8% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Western Springs usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Western Springs village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Western Springs village had a population of 12,962 in 2010 and 13,529 in 2024, a 4.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,589 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.31%.
13,529
Population (2024)
12,962
Population (2010)
13,589
Peak (2020)
0.31%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,962 |
| 2011 | 13,039 |
| 2012 | 13,105 |
| 2013 | 13,180 |
| 2014 | 13,286 |
| 2015 | 13,362 |
| 2016 | 13,450 |
| 2017 | 13,449 |
| 2018 | 13,382 |
| 2019 | 13,359 |
| 2020 | 13,589 |
| 2021 | 13,399 |
| 2022 | 13,323 |
| 2023 | 13,391 |
| 2024 | 13,529 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 0.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$218,839
Median Household Income
$99,823
Per Capita Income
1.5%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$691,300
Median Home Value
$1,932
Median Rent
95.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
99.4%
High School+
82.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.3%
Drive Alone
57.1%
Public Transit
27.8%
Work From Home
30.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.6%
Foreign Born
92.4%
Non-English at Home
3.2%
Veterans
8.6%
With Disability
98.5%
Health Insurance
98.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.2% |
| Information | 22.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 20.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.5% |
| Public Administration | 4.1% |
| Construction | 2.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.2% |
| Retail Trade | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Western Springs, Illinois has a population of 13,353 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 185th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Western Springs, Illinois is $218,839, with 1.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Western Springs, Illinois is $691,300, with median monthly rent at $1,932 and a homeownership rate of 95.5%.
The median age in Western Springs, Illinois is 41.8 years. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (12,962 → 13,529).
Western Springs village, IL Climate
Western Springs village, IL has an average annual temperature of 9.9°C (50°F) and receives about 942 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.9°C
Avg Temp
942
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 22° | 43 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 40 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 67 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 97 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 94 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 102 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 95 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 102 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 90 mm |
| October | 12° / 53° | 69 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 79 mm |
| December | -2° / 28° | 64 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 Western Springs village, IL
The most comfortable months to visit Western Springs village, IL are typically June, August 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 -10°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.