Worth, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Worth, Illinois is 10,731 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 214th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $56,998, the median home value is $220,200, and the median age is 39.1.
The population has declined 1.3% since 2010 (10,798 → 10,660).
10,731
Population
4530
People / sq mi
$56,998
Median Income
$220,200
Median Home Value
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Worth covers 2.4 sq mi of land at 4530 people per square mile.
About Worth, IL
Worth is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.7% of the population. Worth is a city in Illinois with a population of 10,731.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $56,998, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.6% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $220,200, with typical rent around $1,164.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 19.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 8.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Worth village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Worth village had a population of 10,798 in 2010 and 10,660 in 2024, a -1.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,934 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: -0.08%.
10,660
Population (2024)
10,798
Population (2010)
10,934
Peak (2020)
-0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,798 |
| 2011 | 10,831 |
| 2012 | 10,861 |
| 2013 | 10,876 |
| 2014 | 10,859 |
| 2015 | 10,803 |
| 2016 | 10,728 |
| 2017 | 10,640 |
| 2018 | 10,543 |
| 2019 | 10,466 |
| 2020 | 10,934 |
| 2021 | 10,738 |
| 2022 | 10,612 |
| 2023 | 10,587 |
| 2024 | 10,660 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.7% |
| Black or African American | 2.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,998
Median Household Income
$30,479
Per Capita Income
16.6%
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$220,200
Median Home Value
$1,164
Median Rent
65.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.6%
High School+
19.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
8.1%
Work From Home
27.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.7%
Foreign Born
65.2%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
15.4%
With Disability
86.7%
Health Insurance
90.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.7% |
| Retail Trade | 15.1% |
| Construction | 10.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Manufacturing | 6.4% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Public Administration | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Worth, Illinois has a population of 10,731 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 214th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Worth, Illinois is $56,998, with 16.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Worth, Illinois is $220,200, with median monthly rent at $1,164 and a homeownership rate of 65.1%.
The median age in Worth, Illinois is 39.1 years. The population is 49.6% male and 50.4% female.
The population has declined 1.3% since 2010 (10,798 → 10,660).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.