Crest Hill city, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Crest Hill city, Illinois Demographics
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As of 2026, Crest Hill city, Illinois has a total population of 19,754, the 123rd largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $71,408, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.

Crest Hill city Quick Facts

Population 19,754

Median Household Income $71,408

Median Home Value $222,600

Poverty Rate 10.9%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 39.2 years

Homeownership Rate 68.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 21.5%

High School Graduation Rate 86.2%

Diversity Index 67/100

Population 19,754 123rd of 1,445

Median Income $71,408 average

Poverty Rate 10.9% 12% lower national

Median Home Value $222,600 top 30%

How Crest Hill city Compares

Median Household Income

Crest Hill city

$71,408

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Crest Hill city

$222,600

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.5%

$25K-$50K 14.2%

$50K-$100K 42.3%

$100K+ 29.0%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

56.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 68.2%

Renter 31.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.6%

18-34

27.7%

35-54

26.3%

55-74

19.6%

75+

9.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Crest Hill city Rankings in Illinois

#123 Population of 1,445

#591 Median Income of 1,445

#537 Education of 1,445

#290 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Crest Hill city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Ottawa city	18,714	$73,011	$144,500	21.9%	14.4%
Alsip village	18,650	$67,557	$208,700	21.3%	11.4%
Bensenville village	18,576	$78,298	$259,300	20.6%	8.4%
Bellwood village	18,373	$76,990	$219,600	15.7%	11.4%
Franklin Park village	18,233	$76,009	$261,700	18.7%	13.6%

Population Overview

Crest Hill city is a small city located in Illinois. The total population is 19,754. It ranks as the 123rd most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Crest Hill city is 39.2 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Crest Hill city is $71,408. This is 13% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $222,600. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $250,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Crest Hill city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (20.4% vs 13.6%).

Education

21.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Crest Hill city, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Crest Hill city, Illinois?

Crest Hill city, Illinois has a population of 19,754 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Crest Hill city, IL?

The median household income in Crest Hill city is $71,408, which is 9% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Crest Hill city, IL?

The poverty rate in Crest Hill city is 10.9%. This means approximately 1,864 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Crest Hill city, Illinois?

Crest Hill city's population is 47.7% White, 20.4% Black, 24.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Crest Hill city, IL?

The median home value in Crest Hill city is $222,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Crest Hill city, Illinois?

21.5% of adults (25+) in Crest Hill city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.