Elmhurst, IL Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 43,739 | 12,497,595 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 4255.6 | 215.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.20% | -0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 42.0 | 37.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 15,911 | 5,000,691 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Elmhurst declined by 0.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 43,605 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Elmhurst has a the economy index of A+, which means it is exceptionally prosperous.
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $149,930 | $82,179 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.43% | 4.78% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Elmhurst is about 82% higher than in Illinois.
Housing
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $462,636 | $162,405 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,814 | $1,226 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 81.6% | 66.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Elmhurst is about 21.2 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,814 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Elmhurst spend about 50 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 209 hours, about 8.7 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 25.1 | 23.8 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 50.3 | 47.6 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 209 | 198 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $6,494 | $6,148 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 22.8% | 14.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 21,883 | 7,977 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 4,219 | 1,547 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Elmhurst is 25 minutes, longer than the 24 minutes in Illinois.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Elmhurst has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 58.6% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.66 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
Elmhurst has a health index of A+, which means it is exceptionally healthy.
| Metric | Elmhurst | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 83.2 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 8.7% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 10.7% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
Elmhurst, IL Compared With Nearby Cities
How Elmhurst, IL compares with the 1 cities closest to it.
| Area | Population | Median household income | Median home price | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst, IL | 43,739 | $149,930 #1/2 | $462,636 #1/2 | 25.1 min #2/2 |
| Villa Park, IL | 20,741 | $97,636 | $289,944 | 23.4 min |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elmhurst, Illinois.
What is the population of Elmhurst, Illinois?
The population of Elmhurst, Illinois is 43,739, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Elmhurst, Illinois?
The population density of Elmhurst, Illinois is 4255.6 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Elmhurst, Illinois?
The median household income in Elmhurst, Illinois is $149,930, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Elmhurst, Illinois?
The median home price in Elmhurst, Illinois is $462,636, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Elmhurst, Illinois?
The unemployment rate in Elmhurst, Illinois is 4.6%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.