Des Plaines, IL

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60,087
TOTAL POPULATION
29,437
MALE POPULATION
30,650
FEMALE POPULATION
96.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.12
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$42,057
PER CAPITA INCOME
$106,684
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$86,552
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
30.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
69.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,986
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
32,154
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in Des Plaines

The most populous races in Des Plaines are White / Caucasian (39,913 | 66.4%), Hispanic or Latino (12,449 | 20.7%), and Asian (7,942 | 13.2%).
Race in Des Plaines
Race# Population% Population
Asian7,94213.2%
Black / African American2,3463.9%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino12,44920.7%
Native / Alaskan4370.7%
White / Caucasian39,91366.4%
Two or more Races6,44510.7%
Some other Race3,0045.0%
Total60,087100.0%

Ancestry in Des Plaines

The most populous ancestries reported in Des Plaines are Polish (8,987 | 15.0%), Mexican (8,816 | 14.7%), German (7,993 | 13.3%), Irish (5,408 | 9.0%), and Thai (4,511 | 7.5%), together accounting for 59.4% of all Des Plaines residents.
Ancestry in Des Plaines
Ancestry# Population% Population
African850.1%
Albanian590.1%
American1,4362.4%
Arab7471.2%
Argentinean190.0%
Armenian780.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac2560.4%
Austrian2470.4%
Bangladeshi80.0%
Belgian860.1%
Belizean110.0%
Bhutanese1110.2%
Blackfeet230.0%
Bolivian280.1%
Brazilian150.0%
British1410.2%
Bulgarian5360.9%
Burmese5140.9%
Cambodian100.0%
Canadian130.0%
Central American7001.2%
Central American Indian790.1%
Cherokee1400.2%
Chippewa30.0%
Colombian2880.5%
Creek30.0%
Croatian2040.3%
Cuban2030.3%
Czech6311.1%
Czechoslovakian220.0%
Danish3350.6%
Dominican120.0%
Dutch3270.5%
Eastern European1340.2%
Ecuadorian1820.3%
Egyptian90.0%
English2,0493.4%
European8201.4%
Finnish1130.2%
French7141.2%
French Canadian1140.2%
German7,99313.3%
Greek1,0981.8%
Guamanian / Chamorro260.0%
Guatemalan3010.5%
Haitian1360.2%
Honduran1100.2%
Hungarian2020.3%
Indian (Asian)5100.9%
Iranian240.0%
Iraqi3880.6%
Irish5,4089.0%
Israeli200.0%
Italian4,1256.9%
Jamaican1320.2%
Japanese50.0%
Jordanian700.1%
Kenyan10.0%
Korean2,5594.3%
Laotian110.0%
Latvian690.1%
Lebanese1000.2%
Lithuanian4240.7%
Luxembourger410.1%
Macedonian970.2%
Malaysian240.0%
Mexican8,81614.7%
Mexican American Indian2150.4%
Moroccan290.1%
New Zealander80.0%
Nigerian1060.2%
Northern European800.1%
Norwegian1,0191.7%
Pakistani1260.2%
Palestinian180.0%
Panamanian180.0%
Peruvian900.2%
Polish8,98715.0%
Portuguese400.1%
Puerto Rican1,4632.4%
Romanian6341.1%
Russian7061.2%
Salvadoran2710.4%
Samoan310.1%
Scandinavian950.2%
Scotch-Irish910.2%
Scottish3280.5%
Serbian3890.6%
Sioux30.0%
Slavic650.1%
Slovak2840.5%
Slovene400.1%
South African60.0%
South American8021.3%
South American Indian270.0%
Spaniard1020.2%
Spanish1260.2%
Sri Lankan1080.2%
Subsaharan African2840.5%
Swedish1,3942.3%
Swiss680.1%
Syrian210.0%
Thai4,5117.5%
Turkish170.0%
Ugandan450.1%
Ukrainian7901.3%
Venezuelan670.1%
Vietnamese330.1%
Welsh1270.2%
Yugoslavian4950.8%
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Immigrants in Des Plaines

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Des Plaines came from Europe (6,705 | 11.2%), Asia (6,555 | 10.9%), Eastern Europe (5,899 | 9.8%), Latin America (4,734 | 7.9%), and Central America (4,032 | 6.7%), together accounting for 46.5% of all Des Plaines residents.
Immigrants in Des Plaines
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa4200.7%
Albania160.0%
Argentina370.1%
Asia6,55510.9%
Austria360.1%
Bangladesh330.1%
Belarus2100.4%
Belize110.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina4740.8%
Brazil230.0%
Bulgaria7501.3%
Cambodia50.0%
Canada730.1%
Caribbean2760.5%
Central America4,0326.7%
China800.1%
Colombia1650.3%
Croatia250.0%
Cuba170.0%
Czechoslovakia1180.2%
Eastern Africa550.1%
Eastern Asia5340.9%
Eastern Europe5,8999.8%
Ecuador1360.2%
El Salvador2540.4%
England460.1%
Europe6,70511.2%
France210.0%
Germany2690.4%
Greece1930.3%
Guatemala1190.2%
Haiti1080.2%
Honduras490.1%
Hong Kong80.0%
Hungary250.0%
India3,1105.2%
Indonesia110.0%
Iran240.0%
Iraq3650.6%
Ireland370.1%
Israel130.0%
Italy1340.2%
Jamaica1510.3%
Japan250.0%
Jordan670.1%
Kazakhstan180.0%
Kenya10.0%
Korea4190.7%
Latin America4,7347.9%
Lithuania110.0%
Mexico3,5535.9%
Middle Africa310.1%
Moldova130.0%
Morocco100.0%
Netherlands170.0%
Nicaragua170.0%
Nigeria1410.2%
North Macedonia1230.2%
Northern Africa1760.3%
Northern Europe1360.2%
Norway90.0%
Oceania80.0%
Pakistan1770.3%
Panama290.1%
Philippines1,3332.2%
Poland2,6684.4%
Romania3850.6%
Russia1860.3%
Saudi Arabia500.1%
Scotland220.0%
Serbia2090.4%
South Africa60.0%
South America4260.7%
South Central Asia3,4045.7%
South Eastern Asia1,7392.9%
Southern Europe3270.5%
Sweden110.0%
Syria1450.2%
Taiwan100.0%
Thailand1060.2%
Turkey880.2%
Uganda350.1%
Ukraine3920.6%
Venezuela650.1%
Vietnam2660.4%
Western Africa1410.2%
Western Asia8781.5%
Western Europe3430.6%
Zimbabwe100.0%
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Sex and Age in Des Plaines

Sex and Age in Des Plaines

The most populous age groups in Des Plaines are 60 to 64 Years (2,265 | 7.7%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (2,332 | 7.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,471 (5.0%)1,660 (5.4%)
5 to 9 Years1,827 (6.2%)1,554 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years1,846 (6.3%)1,815 (5.9%)
15 to 19 Years1,583 (5.4%)1,633 (5.3%)
20 to 24 Years1,692 (5.8%)1,424 (4.6%)
25 to 29 Years1,684 (5.7%)1,541 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Years2,261 (7.7%)2,051 (6.7%)
35 to 39 Years2,019 (6.9%)1,875 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years1,851 (6.3%)1,940 (6.3%)
45 to 49 Years1,733 (5.9%)1,882 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years1,902 (6.5%)1,974 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years2,045 (7.0%)2,332 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years2,265 (7.7%)2,295 (7.5%)
65 to 69 Years1,847 (6.3%)1,727 (5.6%)
70 to 74 Years1,274 (4.3%)1,364 (4.4%)
75 to 79 Years800 (2.7%)1,310 (4.3%)
80 to 84 Years535 (1.8%)954 (3.1%)
85 Years and over802 (2.7%)1,319 (4.3%)
Total29,437 (100.0%)30,650 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Des Plaines

Median Family Size in Des Plaines

The median family size in Des Plaines is 3.20 persons per family, with married-couple families (11,652 | 76.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.25 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (2,530 | 16.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Des Plaines
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple11,652 (76.0%)3.25
Single Male/Father1,144 (7.5%)3.10
Single Female/Mother2,530 (16.5%)3.00
Total Families15,326 (100.0%)3.20

Median Household Size in Des Plaines

The median household size in Des Plaines is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,144 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.39 persons per household. non-family households (7,561 | 33.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.18 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Des Plaines
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple11,652 (50.9%)3.27
Single Male/Father1,144 (5.0%)3.39
Single Female/Mother2,530 (11.1%)3.19
Non-family7,561 (33.0%)1.18
Total Households22,887 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Des Plaines

Out of a total of 22,887 households in Des Plaines, 15,326 (67.0%) are family households, while 7,561 (33.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 6,240, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 6,580.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Des Plaines
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-6,580 (28.7%)
2-Person Households6,240 (27.3%)821 (3.6%)
3-Person Households3,652 (16.0%)70 (0.3%)
4-Person Households3,192 (14.0%)53 (0.2%)
5-Person Households1,436 (6.3%)37 (0.2%)
6-Person Households512 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households294 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total15,326 (67.0%)7,561 (33.0%)

Female Fertility in Des Plaines

Fertility by Age in Des Plaines

Average fertility rate in Des Plaines is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 80.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 66.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years29 (4.8%)18.0
20 to 34 years401 (66.1%)80.0
35 to 50 years177 (29.2%)29.0
Total607 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Des Plaines

81.5% of women with births (607) in Des Plaines are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 89.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Des Plaines
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years3 (10.3%)26 (89.7%)
20 to 34 years354 (88.3%)47 (11.7%)
35 to 50 years138 (78.0%)39 (22.0%)
Total495 (81.6%)112 (18.4%)

Fertility by Education in Des Plaines

Average fertility rate in Des Plaines is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 69.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 36.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Des Plaines
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School77 (12.7%)39.0
High School Diploma83 (13.7%)51.0
College or Associate's Degree119 (19.6%)30.0
Bachelor's Degree224 (36.9%)69.0
Graduate Degree104 (17.1%)53.0
Total607 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Des Plaines

18.4% of women with births in Des Plaines are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of less than high school are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 44.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Des Plaines
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma64 (77.1%)19 (22.9%)
College or Associate's Degree66 (55.5%)53 (44.5%)
Bachelor's Degree184 (82.1%)40 (17.9%)
Graduate Degree104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total495 (81.6%)112 (18.4%)

Income in Des Plaines

Income Overview in Des Plaines

Per Capita Income in Des Plaines is $42,057, while median incomes of families and households are $106,684 and $86,552 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income60,087$42,057
Median Family Income15,326$106,684
Mean Family Income15,326$125,180
Median Household Income22,887$86,552
Mean Household Income22,887$108,646
Income Deficit15,326$13,986
Wage / Income Gap (%)60,08730.52%
Wage / Income Gap ($)60,08769.48¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index60,0870.42

Earnings by Sex in Des Plaines

Average Earnings in Des Plaines are $49,969, $58,048 for men and $40,334 for women, a difference of 30.5%.
Earnings by Sex in Des Plaines
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male17,389 (53.6%)$58,048
Female15,025 (46.4%)$40,334
Total32,414 (100.0%)$49,969

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Des Plaines

The most common earnings brackets in Des Plaines are $100,000+ for men (3,300 | 19.0%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (1,800 | 12.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Des Plaines
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less491 (2.8%)675 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,999343 (2.0%)669 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $7,499262 (1.5%)315 (2.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999184 (1.1%)322 (2.1%)
$10,000 to $12,499447 (2.6%)603 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999292 (1.7%)527 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499325 (1.9%)347 (2.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999303 (1.7%)286 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499227 (1.3%)322 (2.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999486 (2.8%)625 (4.2%)
$25,000 to $29,9991,052 (6.0%)1,248 (8.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999841 (4.8%)836 (5.6%)
$35,000 to $39,999741 (4.3%)683 (4.5%)
$40,000 to $44,999729 (4.2%)712 (4.7%)
$45,000 to $49,999723 (4.2%)598 (4.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999683 (3.9%)592 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9991,397 (8.0%)1,293 (8.6%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,757 (10.1%)873 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,806 (16.1%)1,800 (12.0%)
$100,000+3,300 (19.0%)1,699 (11.3%)
Total17,389 (100.0%)15,025 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines

Average earnings in Des Plaines are $64,786 for men and $46,260 for women, a difference of 28.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $83,237, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,623. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $69,124, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $25,346.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$39,623$25,346
High School Diploma$49,929$28,892
College or Associate's Degree$57,448$40,277
Bachelor's Degree$78,254$62,166
Graduate Degree$83,237$69,124
Total$64,786$46,260

Family Income in Des Plaines

Family Income Brackets in Des Plaines

According to the Des Plaines family income data, there are 3,893 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 25.4% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 77 families (0.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Des Plaines
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0003832.5%
$10,000 to $14,999770.5%
$15,000 to $24,9995063.3%
$25,000 to $34,9994753.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991,1497.5%
$50,000 to $74,9992,72817.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,88512.3%
$100,000 to $149,9993,89325.4%
$150,000 to $199,9992,19214.3%
$200,000+2,03813.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Des Plaines

5-person families (1,278 | 8.3%) account for the highest median family income in Des Plaines with $141,835 per family, while 2-person families (6,555 | 42.8%) have the highest median income of $45,286 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Des Plaines
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families6,555 (42.8%)$90,571
3-Person Families3,687 (24.1%)$110,865
4-Person Families3,080 (20.1%)$107,317
5-Person Families1,278 (8.3%)$141,835
6-Person Families446 (2.9%)$114,015
7+ Person Families280 (1.8%)$141,765
Total15,326 (100.0%)$106,684

Family Income by Number of Earners in Des Plaines

The median family income in Des Plaines is $106,684, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,593) having the highest median family income of $146,121, while families with no earners (1,821) have the lowest median family income of $47,043, accounting for 16.9% and 11.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Des Plaines
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,821 (11.9%)$47,043
1 Earner4,614 (30.1%)$74,141
2 Earners6,298 (41.1%)$121,868
3+ Earners2,593 (16.9%)$146,121
Total15,326 (100.0%)$106,684

Household Income in Des Plaines

Household Income Brackets in Des Plaines

With 5,012 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Des Plaines, accounting for 21.9% of all households. In contrast, only 435 households (1.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Des Plaines
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0009154.0%
$10,000 to $14,9994351.9%
$15,000 to $24,9991,3055.7%
$25,000 to $34,9991,3275.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992,1289.3%
$50,000 to $74,9993,89117.0%
$75,000 to $99,9992,79212.2%
$100,000 to $149,9995,01221.9%
$150,000 to $199,9992,70111.8%
$200,000+2,35710.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Des Plaines

The median household income in Des Plaines is $86,552, with the highest median household income of $105,854 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,466 households (28.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 139 households (0.6%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Des Plaines
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years139 (0.6%)$0
25 to 44 Years6,466 (28.2%)$105,854
45 to 64 Years9,237 (40.4%)$102,572
65+ Years7,045 (30.8%)$59,447
Total22,887 (100.0%)$86,552

Poverty in Des Plaines

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Des Plaines

With 7.0% poverty level for males and 7.9% for females among the residents of Des Plaines, 16 and 17 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 190 males (26.7%) and 268 females (12.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years70 (4.9%)173 (10.4%)
5 Years28 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years276 (12.3%)268 (12.0%)
12 to 14 Years139 (12.2%)108 (11.5%)
15 Years17 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years190 (26.7%)36 (5.2%)
18 to 24 Years167 (7.9%)149 (7.3%)
25 to 34 Years121 (3.1%)262 (7.3%)
35 to 44 Years303 (7.9%)341 (9.0%)
45 to 54 Years148 (4.1%)132 (3.4%)
55 to 64 Years212 (5.0%)367 (8.0%)
65 to 74 Years202 (6.9%)227 (7.4%)
75 Years and over132 (6.6%)321 (9.7%)
Total2,005 (7.0%)2,384 (7.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Des Plaines

According to the poverty statistics in Des Plaines, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 96.9% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,349 (95.1%)1,487 (89.6%)
5 Years252 (90.0%)158 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years1,972 (87.7%)1,956 (87.9%)
12 to 14 Years998 (87.8%)831 (88.5%)
15 Years341 (95.3%)315 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years523 (73.4%)654 (94.8%)
18 to 24 Years1,949 (92.1%)1,885 (92.7%)
25 to 34 Years3,818 (96.9%)3,330 (92.7%)
35 to 44 Years3,550 (92.1%)3,452 (91.0%)
45 to 54 Years3,468 (95.9%)3,701 (96.6%)
55 to 64 Years4,022 (95.0%)4,201 (92.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,741 (93.1%)2,819 (92.5%)
75 Years and over1,857 (93.4%)3,006 (90.3%)
Total26,840 (93.0%)27,795 (92.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Des Plaines

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Des Plaines show that 3.6% or 424 of the total 11,652 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 39.6%, comprising of 42 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.3%, which includes 157 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Des Plaines
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children6,735 (97.7%)157 (2.3%)
1 or 2 Children3,981 (97.1%)121 (2.9%)
3 or 4 Children448 (81.2%)104 (18.8%)
5 or more Children64 (60.4%)42 (39.6%)
Total11,228 (96.4%)424 (3.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Des Plaines

According to the poverty data in Des Plaines, 8.9% or 102 single-father households and 9.5% or 241 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 88 households (15.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 households (26.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Des Plaines
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children14 (2.6%)59 (4.4%)
1 or 2 Children88 (15.3%)135 (13.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)47 (26.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total102 (8.9%)241 (9.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Des Plaines

The poverty data for Des Plaines shows that 424 of the married-couple family households (3.6%) and 343 of the single-parent households (9.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (39.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 47 household (23.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Des Plaines
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children157 (2.3%)73 (3.9%)
1 or 2 Children121 (2.9%)223 (13.9%)
3 or 4 Children104 (18.8%)47 (23.0%)
5 or more Children42 (39.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total424 (3.6%)343 (9.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Des Plaines

Employment by Class of Employer in Des Plaines

Among the 30,185 employed individuals in Des Plaines, private company employees (21,244 | 70.4%), not-for-profit organizations (2,979 | 9.9%), and local government employees (1,772 | 5.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Des Plaines
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees21,24470.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,3904.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1,4774.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations2,9799.9%
Local Government Employees1,7725.9%
State Government Employees6632.2%
Federal Government Employees5271.8%
Unpaid Family Workers1330.4%
Total30,185100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Des Plaines

According to the labor force statistics for Des Plaines, out of the total population over 16 years of age (49,241), 65.3% or 32,154 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 1,479 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 91.5% or 2,951 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 23.5% or 218 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years928 (36.5%)218 (23.5%)
20 to 24 Years2,468 (79.2%)185 (7.5%)
25 to 29 Years2,951 (91.5%)47 (1.6%)
30 to 34 Years3,385 (78.5%)156 (4.6%)
35 to 44 Years6,663 (86.7%)433 (6.5%)
45 to 54 Years6,382 (85.2%)198 (3.1%)
55 to 59 Years3,699 (84.5%)92 (2.5%)
60 to 64 Years3,151 (69.1%)63 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,062 (33.2%)41 (2.0%)
75 Years and over463 (8.1%)52 (11.2%)
Total32,154 (65.3%)1,479 (4.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines

According to labor force statistics for Des Plaines, 82.9% of individuals (26,238) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (31,650) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 997 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.2% or 11,501 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.1% or 284 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School2,619 (74.8%)49 (1.4%)
High School Diploma4,659 (77.4%)367 (6.1%)
College / Associate Degree7,454 (82.0%)464 (5.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11,501 (88.2%)326 (2.5%)
Total26,238 (82.9%)1,203 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Des Plaines are Community & Social Service (3,052 | 10.0%), Management (3,032 | 9.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,180 | 7.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (2,069 | 6.8%), and Business & Financial (1,982 | 6.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Des Plaines

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Des Plaines, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (92.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (78.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (76.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (71.2%), Education Instruction & Library (68.3%), and Health Technologists (66.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,585 (52.3%)1,447 (47.7%)
Business & Financial937 (47.3%)1,045 (52.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science1,623 (78.4%)446 (21.6%)
Computers & Mathematics1,015 (76.4%)313 (23.6%)
Architecture & Engineering509 (92.5%)41 (7.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science99 (51.8%)92 (48.2%)
Community & Social Service 1,072 (35.1%)1,980 (64.9%)
Education, Arts & Media155 (28.8%)384 (71.2%)
Legal Services & Support176 (46.1%)206 (53.9%)
Education Instruction & Library556 (31.7%)1,200 (68.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment185 (49.3%)190 (50.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating732 (33.6%)1,448 (66.4%)
Health Technologists505 (33.2%)1,015 (66.8%)
Total (Category)5,949 (48.3%)6,366 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Des Plaines are Food Preparation & Serving (1,437 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (1,179 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (978 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (692 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (459 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Des Plaines

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Des Plaines, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (85.6%), Security & Protection (85.4%), and Law Enforcement (84.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.4%), Personal Care & Service (79.9%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support78 (6.6%)1,101 (93.4%)
Security & Protection392 (85.4%)67 (14.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention268 (85.6%)45 (14.4%)
Law Enforcement124 (84.9%)22 (15.1%)
Food Preparation & Serving507 (35.3%)930 (64.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance408 (41.7%)570 (58.3%)
Personal Care & Service139 (20.1%)553 (79.9%)
Total (Category)1,524 (32.1%)3,221 (67.9%)
Total (Overall)16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Des Plaines are Office & Administration (3,367 | 11.0%), and Sales & Related (2,938 | 9.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Des Plaines

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related1,612 (54.9%)1,326 (45.1%)
Office & Administration1,133 (33.7%)2,234 (66.3%)
Total (Category)2,745 (43.5%)3,560 (56.5%)
Total (Overall)16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Des Plaines are Construction & Extraction (1,495 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (993 | 3.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (32 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Des Plaines

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,458 (97.5%)37 (2.5%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair981 (98.8%)12 (1.2%)
Total (Category)2,471 (98.1%)49 (1.9%)
Total (Overall)16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Des Plaines are Production (1,708 | 5.6%), Material Moving (1,555 | 5.1%), and Transportation (1,485 | 4.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Des Plaines

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Des Plaines
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,224 (71.7%)484 (28.3%)
Transportation1,338 (90.1%)147 (9.9%)
Material Moving1,270 (81.7%)285 (18.3%)
Total (Category)3,832 (80.7%)916 (19.3%)
Total (Overall)16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Des Plaines

Employment Industries in Des Plaines

The major employment industries in Des Plaines include Health Care & Social Assistance (4,788 | 15.6%), Retail Trade (3,792 | 12.4%), Manufacturing (3,592 | 11.7%), Educational Services (2,528 | 8.3%), and Transportation & Warehousing (2,432 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries in Des Plaines

Employment Industries by Sex in Des Plaines

The Des Plaines industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Utilities (93.1%), and Construction (89.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.4%), Educational Services (65.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (55.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Des Plaines
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting49 (89.1%)6 (10.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction1,778 (89.7%)203 (10.2%)
Manufacturing2,476 (68.9%)1,116 (31.1%)
Wholesale Trade550 (79.5%)142 (20.5%)
Retail Trade2,237 (59.0%)1,555 (41.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,985 (81.6%)447 (18.4%)
Utilities163 (93.1%)12 (6.9%)
Information336 (62.2%)204 (37.8%)
Finance & Insurance776 (46.4%)898 (53.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing190 (45.5%)228 (54.5%)
Professional & Scientific1,322 (59.8%)889 (40.2%)
Enterprise Management45 (63.4%)26 (36.6%)
Administrative & Support613 (47.2%)685 (52.8%)
Educational Services864 (34.2%)1,664 (65.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1,036 (21.6%)3,752 (78.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation209 (47.6%)230 (52.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services750 (44.1%)951 (55.9%)
Public Administration413 (60.8%)266 (39.2%)
Total16,521 (53.9%)14,112 (46.1%)

Education in Des Plaines

School Enrollment in Des Plaines

The most common levels of schooling among the 13,640 students in Des Plaines are middle school (2,916 | 21.4%), elementary school (2,847 | 20.9%), and high school (2,791 | 20.5%).
School Enrollment in Des Plaines
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool8576.3%
Kindergarten5494.0%
Elementary School2,84720.9%
Middle School2,91621.4%
High School2,79120.5%
College / Undergraduate2,64619.4%
Graduate / Professional1,0347.6%
Total13,640100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Des Plaines

Out of a total of 13,640 students who are enrolled in schools in Des Plaines, 2,660 (19.5%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 10,980 (80.5%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 496 (54.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,890 (92.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Des Plaines
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds439 (56.9%)333 (43.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old2,714 (84.3%)507 (15.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds3,179 (88.1%)431 (11.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds1,890 (92.2%)160 (7.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds687 (76.2%)214 (23.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds851 (75.6%)275 (24.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds804 (76.3%)249 (23.6%)
35 Years and over411 (45.3%)496 (54.7%)
Total10,980 (80.5%)2,660 (19.5%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Des Plaines

Business (3,795 | 21.3%), education (1,967 | 11.1%), science & technology (1,932 | 10.9%), engineering (1,465 | 8.2%), and psychology (1,273 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 17,780 individuals in Des Plaines who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Des Plaines
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,1086.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural6803.8%
Physical & Health Sciences5813.3%
Psychology1,2737.2%
Social Sciences1,1356.4%
Engineering1,4658.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies1230.7%
Science & Technology1,93210.9%
Business3,79521.3%
Education1,96711.1%
Literature & Languages6883.9%
Liberal Arts & History7924.4%
Visual & Performing Arts7364.1%
Communications6043.4%
Arts & Humanities9015.1%
Total17,780100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Des Plaines

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Des Plaines

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Des Plaines are males with 2 vehicles (7,276, accounting for 44.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,858, making up 52.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Des Plaines
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle360 (2.2%)244 (1.8%)
1 Vehicle3,011 (18.5%)3,166 (22.8%)
2 Vehicles7,276 (44.7%)5,858 (42.2%)
3 Vehicles3,681 (22.6%)2,940 (21.2%)
4 Vehicles1,382 (8.5%)1,285 (9.3%)
5 or more Vehicles573 (3.5%)388 (2.8%)
Total16,283 (100.0%)13,881 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Des Plaines

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Des Plaines are 30 to 34 minutes (4,267 commuters, 15.7%), 15 to 19 minutes (4,167 commuters, 15.3%), and 20 to 24 minutes (4,096 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Des Plaines
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes4041.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,6976.2%
10 to 14 Minutes2,2228.2%
15 to 19 Minutes4,16715.3%
20 to 24 Minutes4,09615.1%
25 to 29 Minutes2,1327.9%
30 to 34 Minutes4,26715.7%
35 to 39 Minutes9673.6%
40 to 44 Minutes1,5565.7%
45 to 59 Minutes2,4639.1%
60 to 89 Minutes2,5219.3%
90 or more Minutes6622.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Des Plaines

The most common commute times in Des Plaines are 30 to 34 minutes (2,285 commuters, 15.5%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (2,136 commuters, 17.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Des Plaines
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes252 (1.7%)152 (1.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes787 (5.3%)910 (7.3%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,044 (7.1%)1,178 (9.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes2,244 (15.2%)1,923 (15.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes1,960 (13.3%)2,136 (17.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes1,060 (7.2%)1,072 (8.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes2,285 (15.5%)1,982 (16.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes633 (4.3%)334 (2.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes871 (5.9%)685 (5.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes1,744 (11.8%)719 (5.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes1,452 (9.9%)1,069 (8.6%)
90 or more Minutes405 (2.8%)257 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Des Plaines

The most frequent times of departure to work in Des Plaines are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,411, 16.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (2,095, 16.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Des Plaines
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,188 (8.1%)453 (3.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM497 (3.4%)413 (3.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM661 (4.5%)377 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,557 (10.6%)885 (7.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM1,375 (9.3%)1,419 (11.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM2,411 (16.4%)2,095 (16.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM1,739 (11.8%)1,386 (11.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM1,448 (9.8%)1,628 (13.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM624 (4.2%)707 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM721 (4.9%)923 (7.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM411 (2.8%)397 (3.2%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM99 (0.7%)378 (3.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM892 (6.0%)769 (6.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM1,114 (7.6%)587 (4.7%)
Total14,737 (100.0%)12,417 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Ownership in Des Plaines

Of the total 22,887 dwellings in Des Plaines, owner-occupied units account for 18,000 (78.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,887 (21.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Des Plaines
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units18,00078.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4,88721.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units22,887100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Household Size in Des Plaines
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household6,58028.7%
2-Person Household7,06130.8%
3-Person Household3,72216.3%
4+ Person Household5,52424.1%
Total Housing Units22,887100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Des Plaines
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household4,859 (73.8%)1,721 (26.2%)
2-Person Household5,653 (80.1%)1,408 (19.9%)
3-Person Household3,008 (80.8%)714 (19.2%)
4+ Person Household4,480 (81.1%)1,044 (18.9%)
Total Housing Units18,000 (78.6%)4,887 (21.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Des Plaines
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,311 (60.1%)872 (40.0%)
High School Diploma3,101 (74.5%)1,059 (25.5%)
College/Associate Degree5,469 (80.2%)1,350 (19.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher8,119 (83.5%)1,606 (16.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Des Plaines
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,60011.4%
35 to 44 Years4,00517.5%
45 to 54 Years4,08917.9%
55 to 64 Years5,14822.5%
65 to 74 Years3,61115.8%
75 to 84 Years2,2369.8%
85 Years and Over1,1985.2%
Total22,887100.0%

Housing Finances in Des Plaines

Median Income by Occupancy in Des Plaines

Median Income by Occupancy in Des Plaines
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied18,000 (78.6%)$100,689
Renter-Occupied4,887 (21.3%)$59,965
Average22,887 (100.0%)$86,552

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Des Plaines

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Des Plaines
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000351 (1.9%)369 (7.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99981 (0.4%)118 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999258 (1.4%)182 (3.7%)
$15,000 to $19,999330 (1.8%)170 (3.5%)
$20,000 to $24,999502 (2.8%)293 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999858 (4.8%)461 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,591 (8.8%)547 (11.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,827 (15.7%)1,069 (21.9%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,135 (11.9%)656 (13.4%)
$100,000 to $149,9994,487 (24.9%)531 (10.9%)
$150,000 or more4,580 (25.4%)491 (10.1%)
Total18,000 (100.0%)4,887 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Des Plaines

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Des Plaines
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300228 (1.3%)161 (3.3%)
$300 to $499507 (2.8%)106 (2.2%)
$500 to $7992,922 (16.2%)105 (2.1%)
$800 to $9991,997 (11.1%)620 (12.7%)
$1,000 to $1,4992,834 (15.7%)1,914 (39.2%)
$1,500 to $1,9993,201 (17.8%)688 (14.1%)
$2,000 to $2,4993,171 (17.6%)833 (17.1%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,488 (8.3%)175 (3.6%)
$3,000 or more1,652 (9.2%)77 (1.6%)
Total18,000 (100.0%)4,887 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Des Plaines

Housing Structures in Des Plaines

Housing Structures in Des Plaines
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached13,76060.1%
Single Unit, Attached1,7297.5%
2 Unit Apartments2561.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4712.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7693.4%
10 or more Apartments5,40423.6%
Mobile Home / Other4982.2%
Total22,887100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Des Plaines

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Des Plaines
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached12,794 (93.0%)966 (7.0%)
Single Unit, Attached1,430 (82.7%)299 (17.3%)
2 Unit Apartments96 (37.5%)160 (62.5%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments67 (14.2%)404 (85.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments144 (18.7%)625 (81.3%)
10 or more Apartments3,164 (58.6%)2,240 (41.4%)
Mobile Home / Other305 (61.2%)193 (38.8%)
Total18,000 (78.6%)4,887 (21.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Des Plaines

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Des Plaines
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room42 (0.2%)348 (7.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms998 (5.5%)1,544 (31.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms6,400 (35.6%)2,018 (41.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms6,422 (35.7%)816 (16.7%)
8 or more Rooms4,138 (23.0%)161 (3.3%)
Total18,000 (100.0%)4,887 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Des Plaines

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Des Plaines
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas15,746 (87.5%)3,226 (66.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas136 (0.8%)89 (1.8%)
Electricity1,795 (10.0%)1,463 (29.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene26 (0.1%)10 (0.2%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)9 (0.2%)
All other Fuels202 (1.1%)80 (1.6%)
No Fuel Used95 (0.5%)10 (0.2%)
Total18,000 (100.0%)4,887 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Des Plaines

Household Vehicle Usage in Des Plaines
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle690 (3.8%)530 (10.8%)
1 Vehicle5,879 (32.7%)2,468 (50.5%)
2 Vehicles7,544 (41.9%)1,447 (29.6%)
3 or more Vehicles3,887 (21.6%)442 (9.0%)
Total18,000 (100.0%)4,887 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Des Plaines

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Des Plaines

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units6,93011,070
Median Property Value$280,600$320,200
Median Household Income$73,644$3,354
Monthly Housing Costs$810$1,617
Real Estate Taxes$5,645$183

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000440 (6.4%)182 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,999128 (1.8%)134 (1.2%)
$100,000 to $299,9993,460 (49.9%)4,409 (39.8%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,683 (38.7%)5,535 (50.0%)
$500,000 to $749,999198 (2.9%)665 (6.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99913 (0.2%)84 (0.8%)
$1,000,000 or more8 (0.1%)61 (0.5%)
Total6,930 (100.0%)11,070 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000224 (3.2%)301 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999756 (10.9%)208 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999644 (9.3%)334 (3.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999789 (11.4%)214 (1.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,135 (16.4%)802 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999737 (10.6%)1,692 (15.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,419 (20.5%)1,398 (12.6%)
$150,000 or more1,226 (17.7%)3,068 (27.7%)
Total6,930 (100.0%)11,070 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Des Plaines

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Des Plaines
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,594 (23.0%)113,583 (1,026.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,422 (20.5%)3,183 (28.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x970 (14.0%)3,165 (28.6%)
4.0x or more2,862 (41.3%)1,602 (14.5%)
Total6,930 (100.0%)11,070 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Des Plaines
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80091 (1.3%)78 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,499312 (4.5%)173 (1.6%)
$800 to $1,4996,106 (88.1%)477 (4.3%)
Total6,930 (100.0%)11,070 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Des Plaines

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Des Plaines

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years3,447 (95.6%)160 (4.4%)
6 to 18 Years8,486 (93.8%)565 (6.2%)
19 to 25 Years3,829 (88.9%)479 (11.1%)
26 to 34 Years5,848 (84.3%)1,089 (15.7%)
35 to 44 Years6,494 (84.9%)1,152 (15.1%)
45 to 54 Years6,336 (85.2%)1,100 (14.8%)
55 to 64 Years7,995 (90.8%)807 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,864 (97.9%)125 (2.1%)
75 Years and older5,298 (99.7%)18 (0.3%)
Total53,597 (90.7%)5,495 (9.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Des Plaines

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Des Plaines
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born3,447 (95.6%)160 (4.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen8,486 (93.8%)565 (6.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen3,829 (88.9%)479 (11.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Des Plaines

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Des Plaines
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0003,757 (83.1%)767 (17.0%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,504 (83.0%)1,125 (17.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9997,987 (83.3%)1,603 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,023 (92.5%)491 (7.5%)
$100,000 and over30,221 (95.3%)1,480 (4.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Des Plaines

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6998 (27.7%)2,557 (70.9%)
6 to 18 Years2,730 (30.2%)6,059 (66.9%)
19 to 25 Years554 (12.9%)3,323 (77.1%)
25 to 34 Years604 (8.7%)5,330 (76.8%)
35 to 44 Years845 (11.1%)5,956 (77.9%)
45 to 54 Years766 (10.3%)5,647 (75.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,280 (14.5%)6,970 (79.2%)
65 to 74 Years5,394 (90.1%)3,242 (54.1%)
75 Years and over5,188 (97.6%)2,801 (52.7%)
Total18,359 (31.1%)41,885 (70.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Des Plaines

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Des Plaines
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)37 (2.2%)
5 to 17 Years206 (4.3%)167 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years235 (3.9%)290 (5.1%)
35 to 64 Years863 (7.4%)1,019 (8.4%)
65 to 74 Years637 (21.6%)551 (18.1%)
75 Years and over897 (45.1%)1,652 (49.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Des Plaines

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Des Plaines: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)37 (2.2%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.0%)55 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years127 (1.1%)119 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years126 (4.3%)98 (3.2%)
75 Years and over349 (17.5%)577 (17.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Des Plaines: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years18 (0.4%)30 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years2 (0.0%)86 (1.5%)
35 to 64 Years106 (0.9%)235 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years34 (1.2%)74 (2.4%)
75 Years and over112 (5.6%)279 (8.4%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Des Plaines: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years168 (3.5%)39 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years137 (2.3%)148 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years348 (3.0%)346 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years137 (4.7%)62 (2.0%)
75 Years and over157 (7.9%)398 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Des Plaines: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years46 (1.0%)49 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years22 (0.4%)9 (0.2%)
35 to 64 Years441 (3.8%)565 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years455 (15.5%)401 (13.2%)
75 Years and over676 (34.0%)1,184 (35.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Des Plaines: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years85 (1.8%)67 (1.5%)
18 to 34 Years25 (0.4%)34 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years206 (1.8%)172 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years191 (6.5%)124 (4.1%)
75 Years and over248 (12.5%)464 (14.0%)

Technology Access in Des Plaines

Computing Device Access in Des Plaines

Computing Device Access in Des Plaines
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop19,07383.3%
Smartphone20,17488.1%
Tablet15,26066.7%
No Computing Device1,2495.5%
Total22,887100.0%

Internet Access in Des Plaines

Internet Access in Des Plaines
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet320.1%
Broadband Home18,05478.9%
Cellular Data Only2,1889.6%
Satellite Internet8603.8%
No Internet2,36410.3%
Total22,887100.0%

Des Plaines Summary

Des Plaines, Illinois is a city located in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is a suburb of Chicago and is located approximately 15 miles northwest of the city. As of the 2010 census, the population of Des Plaines was 58,364.

History

The area that is now Des Plaines was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi Native American tribe. The first non-native settlers arrived in the area in the early 19th century. The first permanent settler was a man named Jesse F. Foster, who arrived in 1835. Foster built a log cabin and began farming the land.
In 1839, the first post office was established in the area and the town was named after the Des Plaines River, which runs through the area. The town was officially incorporated in 1857.
In the late 19th century, the area began to grow rapidly as the Chicago and North Western Railway built a line through the town. This allowed for easy access to Chicago and the surrounding area.
In the early 20th century, Des Plaines became a popular destination for Chicagoans looking to escape the city. The town was known for its many parks and recreational areas, as well as its proximity to the Des Plaines River.
In the 1950s, the town began to experience a population boom as many people moved to the area from Chicago. This population boom continued into the 1960s and 1970s, and the town’s population grew to over 58,000 by the 2010 census.

Geography

Des Plaines is located in northeastern Illinois, approximately 15 miles northwest of Chicago. The city is situated on the Des Plaines River, which runs through the city. The city is bordered by the cities of Park Ridge to the north, Niles to the east, Glenview to the south, and Mount Prospect to the west.
The city has a total area of 8.9 square miles, of which 8.7 square miles is land and 0.2 square miles is water. The city is located at an elevation of 645 feet above sea level.

Economy

Des Plaines is home to a variety of businesses and industries. The city is home to several large corporations, including Allstate Insurance, Baxter International, and the Chicago Tribune. The city is also home to a number of smaller businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
The city’s largest employer is the Allstate Insurance Company, which employs over 4,000 people in the city. Other major employers include Baxter International, the Chicago Tribune, and the City of Des Plaines.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Des Plaines was 58,364. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 8.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 8.2% Asian, and 4.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.3% of the population.
The median household income in Des Plaines was $60,945, and the median family income was $71,945. The per capita income for the city was $30,945. About 5.3% of families and 7.2% of the population were below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Des Plaines?
Total Population of Des Plaines is 60,087.
What is the Total Male Population of Des Plaines?
Total Male Population of Des Plaines is 29,437.
What is the Total Female Population of Des Plaines?
Total Female Population of Des Plaines is 30,650.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Des Plaines?
There are 96.04 Males per 100 Females in Des Plaines.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Des Plaines?
There are 104.12 Females per 100 Males in Des Plaines.
What is the Median Population Age in Des Plaines?
Median Population Age in Des Plaines is 42.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Des Plaines
Average Family Size in Des Plaines is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Des Plaines
Average Household Size in Des Plaines is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Des Plaines?
Per Capita income in Des Plaines is $42,057.
What is the Median Family Income in Des Plaines?
Median Family Income in Des Plaines is $106,684.
What is the Median Household income in Des Plaines?
Median Household Income in Des Plaines is $86,552.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Des Plaines?
Income or Wage Gap in Des Plaines is 30.5%.
Women in Des Plaines earn 69.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Des Plaines?
Family Income Deficit in Des Plaines is $13,986.
Families that are below poverty line in Des Plaines earn $13,986 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Des Plaines?
Inequality or Gini Index in Des Plaines is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Des Plaines?
There are 32,154 People in the Labor Forcein in Des Plaines.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Des Plaines?
65.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Des Plaines.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Des Plaines?
Unemployment Rate in Des Plaines is 4.6%.