Summit, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Summit, Illinois had a total population of 10,846, the 214th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $61,863, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Summit Quick Facts
How Summit 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 | 10,896 | 10,846 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $60,417 | $61,863 | +2.4% |
| Median home value | $224,800 | $232,600 | +3.5% |
How Summit 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
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Summit Rankings in Illinois
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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 Summit
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac | 11,294 | $61,279 | $116,300 | 16.2% | 13.1% |
| Taylorville | 10,646 | $57,552 | $104,100 | 15.8% | 12.4% |
| Wood River | 10,279 | $62,703 | $108,100 | 15.5% | 13.9% |
| Worth | 10,700 | $56,288 | $215,000 | 18.7% | 21.1% |
| Markham | 11,355 | $57,302 | $135,300 | 17.7% | 18.0% |
Population Overview
Summit is a small city located in Illinois, within Cook County. The total population is 10,846. It ranks as the 214th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Summit is 38.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Summit is $61,863. This is 26% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.2%. This is 5% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $232,600. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 60.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Summit is Hispanic or Latino, making up 80.3% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 11.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (11.8%) is well below the state average of 58.1%. The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (80.3% vs 18.8%).
Education
14.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 67.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Summit, 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 Summit, Illinois?
Summit, Illinois has a population of 10,846 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Summit, IL?
The median household income in Summit is $61,863, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Summit, IL?
The poverty rate in Summit is 11.2%. This means approximately 1,214 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Summit, Illinois?
Summit's population is 11.8% White, 3.5% Black, 80.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Summit, IL?
The median home value in Summit is $232,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Summit, Illinois?
14.0% of adults (25+) in Summit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.