Hinsdale, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hinsdale, Illinois Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hinsdale, Illinois had a total population of 17,175, the 147th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 200% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 200% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Illinois.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.9% — among the lowest in Illinois.
80.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Illinois.

Hinsdale Quick Facts

Population 17,175

Median Household Income $250,000+

Median Home Value $1,053,700

Poverty Rate 2.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 41.7 years

Homeownership Rate 89.9%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 80.8%

High School Graduation Rate 97.5%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 17,175 147th of 1,445

Median Income $250,000+ top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.9% 76% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,053,700 top 10%

How Hinsdale 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	17,155	17,175	+0.1%
Median household income	$250,000+	$250,000+	+0.0%
Median home value	$999,100	$1,053,700	+5.5%

How Hinsdale Compares

Median Household Income

Hinsdale

$250,001

$83,390

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Hinsdale

$1,053,700

$263,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.3%

$25K-$50K 4.9%

$50K-$100K 11.9%

$100K+ 77.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

0.6%

$15K-$20K

1.3%

$20K-$25K

1.0%

$25K-$30K

0.7%

$30K-$35K

1.8%

$35K-$40K

0.8%

$40K-$45K

0.7%

$45K-$50K

1.0%

$50K-$60K

1.5%

$60K-$75K

3.3%

$75K-$100K

7.1%

$100K-$125K

5.8%

$125K-$150K

4.1%

$150K-$200K

9.3%

$200K+

58.8%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8%|National: 5.2%

62.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 89.9%

Renter 10.1%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,924/mo 9.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.1%

18-34

10.3%

35-54

30.2%

55-74

21.2%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hinsdale Rankings in Illinois

#147 Population of 1,445

#1 Median Income of 1,374

#12 Education of 1,444

#4 Home Value of 1,372

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Other Cities in Cook County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Chicago	2,711,226	$77,902	16.8%	$334,100
Elgin	114,934	$90,282	9.8%	$273,000
Cicero	82,797	$70,842	14.6%	$249,400
Schaumburg	76,868	$97,514	5.7%	$330,400
Evanston	76,340	$96,434	11.8%	$481,200
Arlington Heights	76,005	$116,723	6.0%	$414,500
Palatine	66,293	$97,819	8.2%	$355,600
Skokie	66,219	$95,337	9.7%	$387,200
Des Plaines	59,156	$97,875	6.0%	$335,600
Orland Park	57,916	$98,910	7.3%	$367,200

Cities Similar to Hinsdale

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lake Forest	19,416	$235,081	$938,300	80.5%	3.5%
Western Springs	13,446	$230,255	$739,400	83.8%	1.3%
Deerfield	19,518	$181,660	$623,400	82.1%	2.8%
La Grange	15,998	$159,929	$594,300	67.2%	4.6%
Winnetka	12,484	$250,000+	$1,337,800	86.7%	1.6%

Population Overview

Hinsdale is a small city located in Illinois, within Cook County. The total population is 17,175. It ranks as the 147th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hinsdale is 41.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Hinsdale has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hinsdale is $250,000+. This is 200% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.9%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $1,053,700. Housing costs are 300% higher than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 89.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 67.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hinsdale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 13.8%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 18.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (13.8% vs 5.9%).

Education

80.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Hinsdale in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 114% higher 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 97.5%. Notably, 44.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hinsdale, 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 Hinsdale, Illinois?

Hinsdale, Illinois has a population of 17,175 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hinsdale, IL?

The median household income in Hinsdale is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hinsdale, IL?

The poverty rate in Hinsdale is 2.9%. This means approximately 497 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hinsdale, Illinois?

Hinsdale's population is 72.7% White, 1.5% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 13.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hinsdale, IL?

The median home value in Hinsdale is $1,053,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Hinsdale, Illinois?

80.8% of adults (25+) in Hinsdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 44.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.