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Addison, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Addison, Illinois had a total population of 35,489, the 52nd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $90,431, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Addison Quick Facts

Population 35,489
Median Household Income $90,431
Median Home Value $341,300
Poverty Rate 8.7%
Unemployment Rate 4.7%
Median Age 40.8 years
Homeownership Rate 67.0%
Affordability Ratio 3.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 23.7%
High School Graduation Rate 75.9%
Diversity Index 61/100
Population 35,489 52nd of 1,445
Median Income $90,431 top 30%
Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower than national
Median Home Value $341,300 top 10%

How Addison Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population35,47035,489+0.1%
Median household income$87,587$90,431+3.2%
Median home value$318,000$341,300+7.3%

How Addison Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.8%
$25K-$50K 15.6%
$50K-$100K 31.6%
$100K+ 43.1%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
1.5%
$15K-$20K
1.7%
$20K-$25K
2.4%
$25K-$30K
3.8%
$30K-$35K
1.7%
$35K-$40K
3.7%
$40K-$45K
2.9%
$45K-$50K
3.4%
$50K-$60K
5.3%
$60K-$75K
8.3%
$75K-$100K
17.9%
$100K-$125K
10.0%
$125K-$150K
9.6%
$150K-$200K
13.4%
$200K+
10.1%

Employment

4.7% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8%|National: 5.2%
70.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.0%
Renter 33.0%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,245/mo 16.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

61out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Addison Rankings in Illinois

#52 Population of 1,445
#315 Median Income of 1,374
#471 Education of 1,444
#123 Home Value of 1,372

Other Cities in DuPage County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Aurora 179,898 $93,633 9.5% $274,800
Naperville 150,692 $155,105 4.5% $540,200
Bolingbrook 74,096 $108,400 9.2% $314,700
Wheaton 53,557 $120,008 5.6% $455,700
Downers Grove 50,054 $115,114 5.5% $449,800
Lombard 43,619 $100,362 7.2% $335,700
Carol Stream 39,460 $102,309 6.4% $335,000
St. Charles 32,854 $114,300 4.5% $377,400
Glendale Heights 32,808 $86,545 10.3% $261,700
Glen Ellyn 28,390 $140,938 6.3% $544,000

Cities Similar to Addison

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Hanover Park36,732$91,763$274,20028.9%12.5%
Carpentersville37,346$86,917$234,10024.3%10.3%
Woodridge33,941$101,000$363,70046.5%5.5%
Glendale Heights32,808$86,545$261,70029.9%10.3%
Wheeling38,433$85,205$266,20040.8%10.0%

Population Overview

Addison is a mid-sized community located in Illinois, within DuPage County. The total population is 35,489. It ranks as the 52nd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Addison is 40.8 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Addison is $90,431. This is 8% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $341,300. Housing costs are 30% higher than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 67.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Addison is Hispanic or Latino, making up 46.0% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.8%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (46.0% vs 18.8%).

Education

23.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 75.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Addison, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Addison, Illinois?

Addison, Illinois has a population of 35,489 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Addison, IL?

The median household income in Addison is $90,431, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Addison, IL?

The poverty rate in Addison is 8.7%. This means approximately 3,078 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Addison, Illinois?

Addison's population is 40.8% White, 3.2% Black, 46.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Addison, IL?

The median home value in Addison is $341,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Addison, Illinois?

23.7% of adults (25+) in Addison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.