Oak Park, IL Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Population
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 51,035 | 12,497,595 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 10858.9 | 215.8 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.37% | -0.18% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 40.9 | 37.3 | 37.1 |
| Households | 23,267 | 5,000,691 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Oak Park grew by 0.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 53,315 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Oak Park has a the economy index of A+, which means it is exceptionally prosperous.
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $109,439 | $82,179 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.89% | 4.78% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | 5.8% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Oak Park is about 33% higher than in Illinois.
Housing
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $23,610 | $162,405 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,456 | $1,226 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 60.7% | 66.8% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Oak Park is about 1.4 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,456 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM , followed by 07:30 AM – 07:59 AM .
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 32.3 | 23.8 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 27.7% | 14.0% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in Oak Park is 32 minutes, longer than the 24 minutes in Illinois.
Education & Households
Oak Park has a education index of A+, which means it is exceptionally educated.
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 68.2% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.27 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
Oak Park has a health index of A+, which means it is exceptionally healthy.
| Metric | Oak Park | Illinois Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.0 | 77.9 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 8.9% | 15.6% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 9.5% | 19.2% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oak Park, Illinois.
What is the population of Oak Park, Illinois?
The population of Oak Park, Illinois is 51,035, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Oak Park, Illinois?
The population density of Oak Park, Illinois is 10858.9 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Oak Park, Illinois?
The median household income in Oak Park, Illinois is $109,439, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Oak Park, Illinois?
The median home price in Oak Park, Illinois is $23,610, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Oak Park, Illinois?
The unemployment rate in Oak Park, Illinois is 5.5%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.