Western Springs, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Western Springs, Illinois Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Western Springs, Illinois had a total population of 13,446, the 184th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $230,255, which is 176% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.3%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 176% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Illinois.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.3% — among the lowest in Illinois.
83.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Illinois.

Western Springs Quick Facts

Population 13,446

Median Household Income $230,255

Median Home Value $739,400

Poverty Rate 1.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 41.6 years

Homeownership Rate 95.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 83.8%

High School Graduation Rate 99.5%

Diversity Index 22/100

Population 13,446 184th of 1,445

Median Income $230,255 top 10%

Poverty Rate 1.3% 90% lower than national

Median Home Value $739,400 top 10%

How Western Springs 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	13,353	13,446	+0.7%
Median household income	$218,839	$230,255	+5.2%
Median home value	$691,300	$739,400	+7.0%

How Western Springs Compares

Median Household Income

Western Springs

$230,255

$83,390

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Western Springs

$739,400

$263,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 2.5%

$25K-$50K 5.7%

$50K-$100K 10.4%

$100K+ 81.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.9%

$10K-$15K

0.2%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

0.3%

$25K-$30K

0.5%

$30K-$35K

0.6%

$35K-$40K

1.4%

$40K-$45K

1.1%

$45K-$50K

2.0%

$50K-$60K

1.5%

$60K-$75K

3.6%

$75K-$100K

5.4%

$100K-$125K

8.0%

$125K-$150K

5.4%

$150K-$200K

11.6%

$200K+

56.4%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8%|National: 5.2%

63.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 95.6%

Renter 4.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,006/mo 10.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.4%

18-34

9.9%

35-54

27.4%

55-74

23.1%

75+

7.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Western Springs Rankings in Illinois

#184 Population of 1,445

#11 Median Income of 1,374

#7 Education of 1,444

#20 Home Value of 1,372

Explore Illinois Rankings

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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 Western Springs

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Winnetka	12,484	$250,000+	$1,337,800	86.7%	1.6%
Campton Hills	10,877	$209,134	$547,500	59.7%	2.9%
Hinsdale	17,175	$250,000+	$1,053,700	80.8%	2.9%
La Grange Park	13,447	$120,408	$439,800	57.3%	4.9%
River Forest	11,992	$146,786	$687,300	72.9%	2.7%

Population Overview

Western Springs is a small city located in Illinois, within Cook County. The total population is 13,446. It ranks as the 184th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Western Springs is 41.6 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. With 32.4% of the population under 18, Western Springs has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Western Springs is $230,255. This is 176% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 185% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.3%. This is 89% 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 3.1%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $739,400. Housing costs are 181% higher than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 95.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 67.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Western Springs has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.1% vs 58.1%). The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.8%) is well below the state average of 18.8%. The Asian population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.

Education

83.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Western Springs in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 121% 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 99.5%. Notably, 35.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Western Springs, 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 Western Springs, Illinois?

Western Springs, Illinois has a population of 13,446 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Western Springs, IL?

The median household income in Western Springs is $230,255, which is 185% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Western Springs, IL?

The poverty rate in Western Springs is 1.3%. This means approximately 174 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Western Springs, Illinois?

Western Springs's population is 88.1% White, 0.3% Black, 5.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Western Springs, IL?

The median home value in Western Springs is $739,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

How educated is Western Springs, Illinois?

83.8% of adults (25+) in Western Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 35.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.