Bourbonnais, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bourbonnais, Illinois had a total population of 18,078, the 141st largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $81,708, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bourbonnais Quick Facts
How Bourbonnais Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 18,109 | 18,078 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $81,017 | $81,708 | +0.9% |
| Median home value | $242,600 | $253,100 | +4.3% |
How Bourbonnais Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bourbonnais Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Kankakee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kankakee | 23,996 | $47,514 | 25.5% | $104,900 |
| Bradley | 15,325 | $67,420 | 7.7% | $173,400 |
| Manteno | 9,030 | $97,634 | 3.5% | $248,400 |
| Momence | 3,291 | $58,365 | 10.1% | $154,800 |
| Grant Park | 1,449 | $78,385 | 9.0% | $215,800 |
| Limestone | 1,419 | $103,906 | 4.7% | $212,200 |
| Herscher | 1,246 | $91,667 | 12.2% | $197,600 |
| St. Anne | 1,104 | $83,077 | 5.3% | $154,900 |
| Essex | 1,026 | $108,250 | 3.8% | $228,200 |
| Chebanse | 920 | $65,278 | 1.5% | $161,500 |
Cities Similar to Bourbonnais
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palos Hills | 18,081 | $83,533 | $279,200 | 27.6% | 8.4% |
| Bellwood | 18,256 | $79,513 | $230,000 | 17.2% | 11.7% |
| Franklin Park | 18,197 | $76,519 | $287,000 | 19.7% | 9.4% |
| Sycamore | 18,559 | $84,120 | $265,700 | 46.0% | 8.1% |
| Bensenville | 18,603 | $79,515 | $272,000 | 19.4% | 7.6% |
Population Overview
Bourbonnais is a small city located in Illinois, within Kankakee County. The total population is 18,078. It ranks as the 141st most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bourbonnais is 35.8 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bourbonnais is $81,708. This is 2% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 5% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $253,100. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bourbonnais is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.5%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 10% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bourbonnais, 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 Bourbonnais, Illinois?
Bourbonnais, Illinois has a population of 18,078 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bourbonnais, IL?
The median household income in Bourbonnais is $81,708, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bourbonnais, IL?
The poverty rate in Bourbonnais is 9.5%. This means approximately 1,490 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bourbonnais, Illinois?
Bourbonnais's population is 73.5% White, 9.3% Black, 7.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bourbonnais, IL?
The median home value in Bourbonnais is $253,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Bourbonnais, Illinois?
34.1% of adults (25+) in Bourbonnais hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.