Illinois Population Statistics

Explore population statistics across cities in Illinois.

12,580,000

State-level population data for Illinois.

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Total Cities

1,364

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Total Population

12,580,000

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GDP

$1.1T

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Education Index

0.87

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Population Growth

-0.30%

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Unemployment

4.80%

Top Cities in Illinoisby Population

Rank City Population
1 Chicago 2,746,000
2 Aurora 197,899
3 Joliet 150,341
4 Naperville 149,540
5 Rockford 148,655
6 Elgin 114,000
7 Springfield 112,000
8 Peoria 111,412
9 Waukegan 88,430
10 Champaign 88,200
11 Cicero 82,400
12 Bloomington 78,415
13 Arlington Heights 77,104
14 Schaumburg 76,500
15 Bolingbrook 74,506
16 Evanston 74,000
17 Decatur 70,100
18 Palatine 67,412
19 Skokie 66,200
20 Des Plaines 60,400
21 Orland Park 57,412
22 Mount Prospect 56,252
23 Oak Lawn 56,214
24 Berwyn 55,403
25 Tinley Park 54,856

About Population in Illinois

Illinois contains a diverse range of cities with varying population levels. These statistics help users compare regional trends, affordability, economic activity, and demographic conditions across the state.

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