Mundelein, 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 | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 26,233 | 12,497,595 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 2312.4 | 215.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.41% | -0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.2 | 37.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 9,599 | 5,000,691 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Mundelein declined by 0.9% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 26,395 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Mundelein has a the economy index of B, which means it is quite prosperous.
| Metric | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $102,624 | $82,179 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 4.43% | 4.78% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 3.4% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Mundelein is about 25% higher than in Illinois.
Housing
| Metric | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $823,266 | $162,405 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,546 | $1,226 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 70.1% | 66.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Mundelein is about 44.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,546 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Mundelein spend about 47 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 198 hours, about 8.2 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 23.7 | 23.8 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 47.4 | 47.6 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 198 | 198 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $6,125 | $6,148 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 15.6% | 14.0% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | — | 7,977 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,456 | 1,547 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Mundelein is about the same as 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
Mundelein has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 37.6% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.73 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
Mundelein has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | Mundelein | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.7 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 11.8% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.9% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
Mundelein, IL Compared With Nearby Cities
How Mundelein, IL compares with the 1 cities closest to it.
| Area | Population | Median household income | Median home price | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mundelein, IL | 26,233 | $102,624 #2/2 | $823,266 #2/2 | 23.7 min #2/2 |
| Vernon Hills, IL | 21,718 | $130,888 | $1,120,831 | 23.3 min |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mundelein, Illinois.
What is the population of Mundelein, Illinois?
The population of Mundelein, Illinois is 26,233, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Mundelein, Illinois?
The population density of Mundelein, Illinois is 2312.4 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Mundelein, Illinois?
The median household income in Mundelein, Illinois is $102,624, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Mundelein, Illinois?
The median home price in Mundelein, Illinois is $823,266, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Mundelein, Illinois?
The unemployment rate in Mundelein, Illinois is 3.4%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.