Elmhurst, IL
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Elmhurst, Illinois Summary
Life in Elmhurst research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Elmhurst over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Elmhurst:
The population in Elmhurst is 45,661.
The median home value in Elmhurst is $458,700.
The median income in Elmhurst is $128,355.
The cost of living in Elmhurst is 131 which is 1.3x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Elmhurst is $1,620.
The unemployment rate in Elmhurst is 5.2%.
The poverty rate in Elmhurst is 4.1%.
Table Of Contents
Elmhurst SnackAbility
10
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
9
Affordability
8
Diversity
8
Safety
9
Amenities
9.5
Education
9.5
Commute
5
Elmhurst, IL Cost Of Living
131
Elmhurst's Overall Cost Of Living
Elmhurst's Overall Cost Of Living
1.3x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Elmhurst | Illinois | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 131 | 92 | 100 | |
| Services | 113 | 95 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 107 | 98 | 100 | |
| Health | 101 | 96 | 100 | |
| Housing | 192 | 81 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 112 | 105 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 94 | 90 | 100 | |
Elmhurst, IL Photos
Rankings for Elmhurst in Illinois
Map Of Elmhurst, IL
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Population over time in Elmhurst
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 46,571 | 0.5% |
| 2020 | 46,331 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 46,139 | 0.9% |
| 2018 | 45,742 | 0.6% |
| 2017 | 45,469 | 0.8% |
| 2016 | 45,105 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 44,745 | 0.8% |
| 2014 | 44,385 | 1.0% |
| 2013 | 43,934 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 43,753 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Elmhurst
| Race | Elmhurst | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80.1% | 60.2% | 59.4% |
| African American | 1.4% | 13.8% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 6.6% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 3.1% | 2.4% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 8.5% | 17.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Elmhurst
| Gender | Elmhurst | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Elmhurst for adults over 25
| Education | Elmhurst | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 13.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 16.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 6.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 20.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 5.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Elmhurst, Illinois
| Income | Elmhurst | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 5.9% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.6% | 3.5% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.3% | 7.4% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.2% | 7.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.5% | 10.7% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.3% | 16.3% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.2% | 12.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.2% | 17.1% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.9% | 8.5% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 28.3% | 10.1% | 9.5% |
