Elmhurst, IL
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45,648
TOTAL POPULATION
22,495
MALE POPULATION
23,153
FEMALE POPULATION
97.16
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.93
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$73,045
PER CAPITA INCOME
$178,316
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$143,492
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
40.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
59.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
23,821
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.7%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Elmhurst Zip Codes
Race in Elmhurst
The most populous races in Elmhurst are White / Caucasian (37,084 | 81.2%), Hispanic or Latino (4,145 | 9.1%), and Two or more Races (3,621 | 7.9%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 3,402 | 7.4% |
| Black / African American | 857 | 1.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4,145 | 9.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 74 | 0.2% |
| White / Caucasian | 37,084 | 81.2% |
| Two or more Races | 3,621 | 7.9% |
| Some other Race | 610 | 1.3% |
| Total | 45,648 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Elmhurst
The most populous ancestries reported in Elmhurst are Irish (9,343 | 20.5%), German (8,957 | 19.6%), Italian (6,691 | 14.7%), Polish (4,523 | 9.9%), and English (3,383 | 7.4%), together accounting for 72.1% of all Elmhurst residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 67 | 0.2% |
| Albanian | 109 | 0.2% |
| American | 1,048 | 2.3% |
| Arab | 369 | 0.8% |
| Armenian | 122 | 0.3% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 19 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 12 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 181 | 0.4% |
| Belgian | 77 | 0.2% |
| Bhutanese | 133 | 0.3% |
| Bolivian | 66 | 0.1% |
| Brazilian | 40 | 0.1% |
| British | 96 | 0.2% |
| Bulgarian | 101 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 334 | 0.7% |
| Canadian | 106 | 0.2% |
| Carpatho Rusyn | 9 | 0.0% |
| Celtic | 14 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 343 | 0.7% |
| Central American Indian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Cherokee | 84 | 0.2% |
| Chilean | 26 | 0.1% |
| Choctaw | 13 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 60 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rican | 33 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 126 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 265 | 0.6% |
| Czech | 559 | 1.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 59 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 199 | 0.4% |
| Dominican | 8 | 0.0% |
| Dutch | 867 | 1.9% |
| Eastern European | 165 | 0.4% |
| Ecuadorian | 59 | 0.1% |
| Egyptian | 23 | 0.1% |
| English | 3,383 | 7.4% |
| Estonian | 19 | 0.0% |
| Ethiopian | 6 | 0.0% |
| European | 1,738 | 3.8% |
| Filipino | 40 | 0.1% |
| Finnish | 91 | 0.2% |
| French | 945 | 2.1% |
| French Canadian | 99 | 0.2% |
| German | 8,957 | 19.6% |
| Ghanaian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 756 | 1.7% |
| Guatemalan | 140 | 0.3% |
| Haitian | 15 | 0.0% |
| Honduran | 51 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 205 | 0.4% |
| Indian (Asian) | 453 | 1.0% |
| Iranian | 32 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 9,343 | 20.5% |
| Israeli | 11 | 0.0% |
| Italian | 6,691 | 14.7% |
| Jamaican | 8 | 0.0% |
| Jordanian | 80 | 0.2% |
| Korean | 955 | 2.1% |
| Latvian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 39 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 373 | 0.8% |
| Luxembourger | 61 | 0.1% |
| Maltese | 10 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 2,745 | 6.0% |
| Mexican American Indian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Mongolian | 45 | 0.1% |
| Moroccan | 12 | 0.0% |
| Nicaraguan | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nigerian | 20 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 133 | 0.3% |
| Norwegian | 1,083 | 2.4% |
| Okinawan | 11 | 0.0% |
| Pakistani | 7 | 0.0% |
| Palestinian | 176 | 0.4% |
| Panamanian | 114 | 0.3% |
| Peruvian | 89 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 4,523 | 9.9% |
| Portuguese | 125 | 0.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 328 | 0.7% |
| Romanian | 213 | 0.5% |
| Russian | 574 | 1.3% |
| Scandinavian | 181 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 328 | 0.7% |
| Scottish | 725 | 1.6% |
| Serbian | 51 | 0.1% |
| Slavic | 35 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 166 | 0.4% |
| Slovene | 85 | 0.2% |
| South American | 300 | 0.7% |
| South American Indian | 54 | 0.1% |
| Spaniard | 30 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 39 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 25 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 98 | 0.2% |
| Swedish | 1,269 | 2.8% |
| Swiss | 169 | 0.4% |
| Syrian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Taiwanese | 4 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 2,252 | 4.9% |
| Turkish | 15 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 205 | 0.4% |
| Welsh | 318 | 0.7% |
| West Indian | 33 | 0.1% |
| Yugoslavian | 18 | 0.0% | View All 105 Rows |
Immigrants in Elmhurst
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Elmhurst came from Asia (2,016 | 4.4%), Europe (1,551 | 3.4%), South Central Asia (1,247 | 2.7%), India (1,164 | 2.5%), and Latin America (987 | 2.2%), together accounting for 15.3% of all Elmhurst residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 86 | 0.2% |
| Albania | 106 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 2,016 | 4.4% |
| Australia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Austria | 51 | 0.1% |
| Bolivia | 30 | 0.1% |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 14 | 0.0% |
| Brazil | 104 | 0.2% |
| Bulgaria | 92 | 0.2% |
| Canada | 106 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 60 | 0.1% |
| Central America | 747 | 1.6% |
| China | 234 | 0.5% |
| Colombia | 24 | 0.1% |
| Costa Rica | 8 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 56 | 0.1% |
| Czechoslovakia | 26 | 0.1% |
| Dominican Republic | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 11 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 367 | 0.8% |
| Eastern Europe | 954 | 2.1% |
| Ecuador | 12 | 0.0% |
| Egypt | 18 | 0.0% |
| England | 69 | 0.2% |
| Europe | 1,551 | 3.4% |
| France | 6 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 113 | 0.3% |
| Greece | 40 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 78 | 0.2% |
| Hong Kong | 12 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 31 | 0.1% |
| India | 1,164 | 2.5% |
| Iran | 16 | 0.0% |
| Ireland | 56 | 0.1% |
| Israel | 16 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 166 | 0.4% |
| Japan | 31 | 0.1% |
| Jordan | 39 | 0.1% |
| Korea | 102 | 0.2% |
| Latin America | 987 | 2.2% |
| Latvia | 53 | 0.1% |
| Lebanon | 10 | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 16 | 0.0% |
| Malaysia | 31 | 0.1% |
| Mexico | 579 | 1.3% |
| Moldova | 10 | 0.0% |
| Netherlands | 5 | 0.0% |
| Nigeria | 14 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 50 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 216 | 0.5% |
| Norway | 17 | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 10 | 0.0% |
| Pakistan | 54 | 0.1% |
| Panama | 82 | 0.2% |
| Peru | 10 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 220 | 0.5% |
| Poland | 319 | 0.7% |
| Romania | 103 | 0.2% |
| Russia | 21 | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | 64 | 0.1% |
| Scotland | 39 | 0.1% |
| South Africa | 11 | 0.0% |
| South America | 180 | 0.4% |
| South Central Asia | 1,247 | 2.7% |
| South Eastern Asia | 251 | 0.5% |
| Southern Europe | 206 | 0.4% |
| Sri Lanka | 13 | 0.0% |
| Taiwan | 20 | 0.0% |
| Turkey | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ukraine | 47 | 0.1% |
| Western Africa | 14 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 146 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 175 | 0.4% | View All 73 Rows |
Sex and Age in Elmhurst
Sex and Age in Elmhurst
The most populous age groups in Elmhurst are 10 to 14 Years (1,814 | 8.1%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (1,698 | 7.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,374 (6.1%) | 1,629 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,593 (7.1%) | 1,698 (7.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,814 (8.1%) | 1,098 (4.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,670 (7.4%) | 1,572 (6.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,155 (5.1%) | 1,253 (5.4%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 908 (4.0%) | 955 (4.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,054 (4.7%) | 1,115 (4.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,554 (6.9%) | 1,517 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,386 (6.2%) | 1,623 (7.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,607 (7.1%) | 1,658 (7.2%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,414 (6.3%) | 1,342 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,563 (7.0%) | 1,655 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,775 (7.9%) | 1,536 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,303 (5.8%) | 1,366 (5.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,089 (4.8%) | 994 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 428 (1.9%) | 922 (4.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 303 (1.3%) | 455 (2.0%) |
| 85 Years and over | 505 (2.2%) | 765 (3.3%) |
| Total | 22,495 (100.0%) | 23,153 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Elmhurst
Median Family Size in Elmhurst
The median family size in Elmhurst is 3.19 persons per family, with married-couple families (10,672 | 88.3%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.24 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,141 | 9.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.82 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,672 (88.3%) | 3.24 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (2.2%) | 2.96 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,141 (9.4%) | 2.82 |
| Total Families | 12,082 (100.0%) | 3.19 |
Median Household Size in Elmhurst
The median household size in Elmhurst is 2.65 persons per household, with married-couple households (10,672 | 63.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.25 persons per household. non-family households (4,663 | 27.9%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.17 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 10,672 (63.7%) | 3.25 |
| Single Male/Father | 269 (1.6%) | 3.03 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,141 (6.8%) | 3.02 |
| Non-family | 4,663 (27.9%) | 1.17 |
| Total Households | 16,745 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Elmhurst
Out of a total of 16,745 households in Elmhurst, 12,082 (72.2%) are family households, while 4,663 (27.9%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,795, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,007.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,007 (23.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,795 (28.6%) | 573 (3.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,585 (15.4%) | 79 (0.5%) |
| 4-Person Households | 3,230 (19.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 1,133 (6.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 235 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 104 (0.6%) | 4 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12,082 (72.2%) | 4,663 (27.9%) |
Female Fertility in Elmhurst
Fertility by Age in Elmhurst
Average fertility rate in Elmhurst is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 89.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 59.8% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 295 (59.8%) | 89.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 198 (40.2%) | 39.0 |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Elmhurst
94.9% of women with births (493) in Elmhurst are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 5.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 4.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 278 (94.2%) | 17 (5.8%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 190 (96.0%) | 8 (4.0%) |
| Total | 468 (94.9%) | 25 (5.1%) |
Fertility by Education in Elmhurst
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 5 (1.0%) | 4.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 92 (18.7%) | 43.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 253 (51.3%) | 79.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 143 (29.0%) | 56.0 |
| Total | 493 (100.0%) | 49.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Elmhurst
5.1% of women with births in Elmhurst 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 7.6% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 85 (92.4%) | 7 (7.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 243 (96.1%) | 10 (4.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 135 (94.4%) | 8 (5.6%) |
| Total | 468 (94.9%) | 25 (5.1%) |
Income in Elmhurst
Income Overview in Elmhurst
Per Capita Income in Elmhurst is $73,045, while median incomes of families and households are $178,316 and $143,492 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 45,648 | $73,045 |
| Median Family Income | 12,082 | $178,316 |
| Mean Family Income | 12,082 | $233,838 |
| Median Household Income | 16,745 | $143,492 |
| Mean Household Income | 16,745 | $195,697 |
| Income Deficit | 12,082 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 45,648 | 40.25% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 45,648 | 59.75¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 45,648 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in Elmhurst
Average Earnings in Elmhurst are $73,530, $94,144 for men and $56,250 for women, a difference of 40.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 13,559 (53.9%) | $94,144 |
| Female | 11,578 (46.1%) | $56,250 |
| Total | 25,137 (100.0%) | $73,530 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Elmhurst
The most common earnings brackets in Elmhurst are $100,000+ for men (6,423 | 47.4%) and $100,000+ for women (2,951 | 25.5%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 775 (5.7%) | 763 (6.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 526 (3.9%) | 466 (4.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 266 (2.0%) | 524 (4.5%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 160 (1.2%) | 352 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 170 (1.3%) | 381 (3.3%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 159 (1.2%) | 141 (1.2%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 183 (1.3%) | 148 (1.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 94 (0.7%) | 305 (2.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 196 (1.5%) | 112 (1.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 202 (1.5%) | 234 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 302 (2.2%) | 414 (3.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 371 (2.7%) | 321 (2.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 236 (1.7%) | 364 (3.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 197 (1.5%) | 412 (3.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 359 (2.6%) | 297 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 462 (3.4%) | 477 (4.1%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 540 (4.0%) | 691 (6.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 630 (4.6%) | 529 (4.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,308 (9.7%) | 1,696 (14.6%) |
| $100,000+ | 6,423 (47.4%) | 2,951 (25.5%) |
| Total | 13,559 (100.0%) | 11,578 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Elmhurst
Average earnings in Elmhurst are $109,061 for men and $68,052 for women, a difference of 37.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $152,627, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $45,096. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $91,908, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,143.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $45,096 | $50,885 |
| High School Diploma | $50,357 | $28,143 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $71,860 | $40,953 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $114,476 | $75,167 |
| Graduate Degree | $152,627 | $91,908 |
| Total | $109,061 | $68,052 |
Family Income in Elmhurst
Family Income Brackets in Elmhurst
According to the Elmhurst family income data, there are 5,280 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 43.7% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 36 families (0.3%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 109 | 0.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 36 | 0.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 157 | 1.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 193 | 1.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 326 | 2.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,003 | 8.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,148 | 9.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,078 | 17.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1,752 | 14.5% |
| $200,000+ | 5,280 | 43.7% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Elmhurst
6-person families (243 | 2.0%) account for the highest median family income in Elmhurst with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (4,913 | 40.7%) have the highest median income of $69,344 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,913 (40.7%) | $138,689 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,591 (21.4%) | $175,489 |
| 4-Person Families | 3,153 (26.1%) | $225,982 |
| 5-Person Families | 1,101 (9.1%) | $233,646 |
| 6-Person Families | 243 (2.0%) | $250,001 |
| 7+ Person Families | 81 (0.7%) | $235,417 |
| Total | 12,082 (100.0%) | $178,316 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Elmhurst
The median family income in Elmhurst is $178,316, with families comprising 2 earners (5,926) having the highest median family income of $207,745, while families with no earners (1,079) have the lowest median family income of $75,370, accounting for 49.0% and 8.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,079 (8.9%) | $75,370 |
| 1 Earner | 3,517 (29.1%) | $148,914 |
| 2 Earners | 5,926 (49.0%) | $207,745 |
| 3+ Earners | 1,560 (12.9%) | $207,402 |
| Total | 12,082 (100.0%) | $178,316 |
Household Income in Elmhurst
Household Income Brackets in Elmhurst
With 5,610 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Elmhurst, accounting for 33.5% of all households. In contrast, only 167 households (1.0%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 368 | 2.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 167 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 519 | 3.1% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 653 | 3.9% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 837 | 5.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,859 | 11.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,691 | 10.1% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,746 | 16.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 2,311 | 13.8% |
| $200,000+ | 5,610 | 33.5% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Elmhurst
The median household income in Elmhurst is $143,492, with the highest median household income of $181,651 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 6,732 households (40.2%) 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 122 households (0.7%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 122 (0.7%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,780 (28.5%) | $166,493 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 6,732 (40.2%) | $181,651 |
| 65+ Years | 5,111 (30.5%) | $74,269 |
| Total | 16,745 (100.0%) | $143,492 |
Poverty in Elmhurst
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Elmhurst
With 3.2% poverty level for males and 4.2% for females among the residents of Elmhurst, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 138 males (10.5%) and 53 females (14.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 33 (2.1%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (4.3%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 87 (4.4%) | 21 (1.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 82 (7.1%) | 12 (1.8%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (14.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 37 (5.2%) | 20 (3.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 138 (10.5%) | 133 (9.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 66 (3.4%) | 66 (3.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 35 (1.2%) | 37 (1.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 76 (2.5%) | 147 (4.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 34 (1.0%) | 146 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (3.5%) | 106 (4.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 47 (4.0%) | 164 (8.4%) |
| Total | 686 (3.2%) | 950 (4.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Elmhurst
According to the poverty statistics in Elmhurst, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 98.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,344 (100.0%) | 1,569 (97.9%) |
| 5 Years | 282 (100.0%) | 266 (95.7%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,881 (95.6%) | 1,826 (98.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 1,067 (92.9%) | 650 (98.2%) |
| 15 Years | 369 (100.0%) | 306 (85.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 669 (94.8%) | 609 (96.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,175 (89.5%) | 1,330 (90.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,864 (96.6%) | 1,999 (96.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,901 (98.8%) | 3,095 (98.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,932 (97.5%) | 2,853 (95.1%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,232 (99.0%) | 3,023 (95.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,284 (96.5%) | 2,248 (95.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,121 (96.0%) | 1,790 (91.6%) |
| Total | 21,121 (96.9%) | 21,564 (95.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Elmhurst
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Elmhurst show that 1.4% or 146 of the total 10,672 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 30.0%, comprising of 9 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.4%, which includes 17 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 5,549 (98.1%) | 108 (1.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 4,037 (99.6%) | 17 (0.4%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 919 (98.7%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 21 (70.0%) | 9 (30.0%) |
| Total | 10,526 (98.6%) | 146 (1.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Elmhurst
According to the poverty data in Elmhurst, 4.5% or 12 single-father households and 10.8% or 123 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 12 households (7.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 households (21.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 12 (7.3%) | 83 (18.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 25 (21.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (4.5%) | 123 (10.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Elmhurst
The poverty data for Elmhurst shows that 146 of the married-couple family households (1.4%) and 135 of the single-parent households (9.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 9 households (30.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 25 household (21.2%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 108 (1.9%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 17 (0.4%) | 95 (15.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 12 (1.3%) | 25 (21.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (30.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 146 (1.4%) | 135 (9.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Elmhurst
Employment by Class of Employer in Elmhurst
Among the 22,274 employed individuals in Elmhurst, private company employees (14,814 | 66.5%), not-for-profit organizations (2,193 | 9.9%), and local government employees (1,720 | 7.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 14,814 | 66.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 1,442 | 6.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,033 | 4.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 2,193 | 9.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,720 | 7.7% |
| State Government Employees | 479 | 2.1% |
| Federal Government Employees | 549 | 2.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 44 | 0.2% |
| Total | 22,274 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Elmhurst
According to the labor force statistics for Elmhurst, out of the total population over 16 years of age (35,714), 66.7% or 23,821 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 1,191 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.5% or 1,941 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.8% or 207 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 918 (36.5%) | 112 (12.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,577 (65.5%) | 151 (9.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,621 (87.0%) | 207 (12.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,941 (89.5%) | 33 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,442 (89.5%) | 207 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,359 (89.0%) | 145 (2.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 2,748 (85.4%) | 181 (6.6%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 2,295 (69.3%) | 101 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,625 (34.2%) | 47 (2.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 280 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 23,821 (66.7%) | 1,191 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Elmhurst
According to labor force statistics for Elmhurst, 85.6% of individuals (19,399) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (22,662) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 873 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 87.7% or 14,123 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.3% or 39 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 380 (67.9%) | 58 (10.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,734 (85.3%) | 108 (5.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,168 (79.9%) | 87 (2.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 14,123 (87.7%) | 773 (4.8%) |
| Total | 19,399 (85.6%) | 1,020 (4.5%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Elmhurst
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elmhurst are Management (4,150 | 18.4%), Community & Social Service (3,354 | 14.8%), Business & Financial (2,092 | 9.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (2,077 | 9.2%), and Health Technologists (1,810 | 8.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Elmhurst, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (84.5%), and Computers & Mathematics (83.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (72.2%), Education Instruction & Library (71.7%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (70.5%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 2,682 (64.6%) | 1,468 (35.4%) |
| Business & Financial | 988 (47.2%) | 1,104 (52.8%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 1,309 (84.5%) | 241 (15.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 612 (83.0%) | 125 (17.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 571 (93.1%) | 42 (6.9%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 126 (63.0%) | 74 (37.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 1,412 (42.1%) | 1,942 (57.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 133 (51.7%) | 124 (48.2%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 496 (67.2%) | 242 (32.8%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 445 (28.3%) | 1,125 (71.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 338 (42.8%) | 451 (57.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 613 (29.5%) | 1,464 (70.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 504 (27.9%) | 1,306 (72.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 7,004 (53.0%) | 6,219 (47.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Elmhurst are Food Preparation & Serving (716 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (644 | 2.9%), Healthcare Support (355 | 1.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (305 | 1.3%), and Security & Protection (281 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Elmhurst, the most male-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (90.2%), Law Enforcement (85.1%), and Security & Protection (81.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (74.1%), Healthcare Support (67.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (51.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 117 (33.0%) | 238 (67.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 228 (81.1%) | 53 (18.9%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 165 (79.7%) | 42 (20.3%) |
| Law Enforcement | 63 (85.1%) | 11 (14.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 350 (48.9%) | 366 (51.1%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 275 (90.2%) | 30 (9.8%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 167 (25.9%) | 477 (74.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,137 (49.4%) | 1,164 (50.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Elmhurst are Sales & Related (2,680 | 11.9%), and Office & Administration (2,329 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 1,521 (56.8%) | 1,159 (43.2%) |
| Office & Administration | 797 (34.2%) | 1,532 (65.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,318 (46.3%) | 2,691 (53.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Elmhurst are Construction & Extraction (466 | 2.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (370 | 1.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (28 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 466 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 348 (94.1%) | 22 (5.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 814 (94.2%) | 50 (5.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Elmhurst are Production (436 | 1.9%), Transportation (382 | 1.7%), and Material Moving (378 | 1.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 269 (61.7%) | 167 (38.3%) |
| Transportation | 344 (90.0%) | 38 (10.0%) |
| Material Moving | 308 (81.5%) | 70 (18.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 921 (77.0%) | 275 (23.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Elmhurst
Employment Industries in Elmhurst
The major employment industries in Elmhurst include Professional & Scientific (3,306 | 14.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (3,131 | 13.9%), Manufacturing (2,441 | 10.8%), Educational Services (2,367 | 10.5%), and Finance & Insurance (2,150 | 9.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Elmhurst
The Elmhurst industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (89.4%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.4%), Educational Services (68.5%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (66.3%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 8 (13.6%) | 51 (86.4%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 47 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 689 (83.8%) | 133 (16.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,741 (71.3%) | 700 (28.7%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 688 (63.1%) | 402 (36.9%) |
| Retail Trade | 851 (49.9%) | 854 (50.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 639 (89.4%) | 76 (10.6%) |
| Utilities | 39 (79.6%) | 10 (20.4%) |
| Information | 225 (52.3%) | 205 (47.7%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,211 (56.3%) | 939 (43.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 359 (65.0%) | 193 (35.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 2,176 (65.8%) | 1,130 (34.2%) |
| Enterprise Management | 40 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 263 (43.7%) | 339 (56.3%) |
| Educational Services | 745 (31.5%) | 1,622 (68.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 1,054 (33.7%) | 2,077 (66.3%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 263 (45.6%) | 314 (54.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 447 (53.4%) | 390 (46.6%) |
| Public Administration | 410 (59.9%) | 274 (40.1%) |
| Total | 12,194 (54.0%) | 10,399 (46.0%) |
Education in Elmhurst
School Enrollment in Elmhurst
The most common levels of schooling among the 12,521 students in Elmhurst are college / undergraduate (2,685 | 21.4%), elementary school (2,625 | 21.0%), and high school (2,620 | 20.9%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 1,018 | 8.1% |
| Kindergarten | 621 | 5.0% |
| Elementary School | 2,625 | 21.0% |
| Middle School | 2,289 | 18.3% |
| High School | 2,620 | 20.9% |
| College / Undergraduate | 2,685 | 21.4% |
| Graduate / Professional | 663 | 5.3% |
| Total | 12,521 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Elmhurst
Out of a total of 12,521 students who are enrolled in schools in Elmhurst, 3,882 (31.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 8,639 (69.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 616 (74.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 2,517 (89.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 211 (25.5%) | 616 (74.5%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,534 (79.0%) | 675 (21.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,517 (89.9%) | 284 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,835 (88.7%) | 234 (11.3%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 484 (44.1%) | 614 (55.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 796 (47.9%) | 864 (52.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 143 (26.7%) | 393 (73.3%) |
| 35 Years and over | 122 (38.0%) | 199 (62.0%) |
| Total | 8,639 (69.0%) | 3,882 (31.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Elmhurst
Business (5,753 | 27.6%), science & technology (2,040 | 9.8%), education (1,892 | 9.1%), engineering (1,510 | 7.2%), and social sciences (1,447 | 6.9%) are the most common fields of study among 20,877 individuals in Elmhurst who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 838 | 4.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 1,385 | 6.6% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 489 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 838 | 4.0% |
| Social Sciences | 1,447 | 6.9% |
| Engineering | 1,510 | 7.2% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 259 | 1.2% |
| Science & Technology | 2,040 | 9.8% |
| Business | 5,753 | 27.6% |
| Education | 1,892 | 9.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 817 | 3.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 749 | 3.6% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 843 | 4.0% |
| Communications | 1,159 | 5.6% |
| Arts & Humanities | 858 | 4.1% |
| Total | 20,877 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Elmhurst
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Elmhurst
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Elmhurst are males with 2 vehicles (6,376, accounting for 53.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (5,442, making up 63.1%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 173 (1.5%) | 141 (1.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,536 (12.9%) | 1,418 (14.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 6,376 (53.5%) | 5,442 (53.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 2,807 (23.5%) | 2,234 (22.1%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 765 (6.4%) | 640 (6.3%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 260 (2.2%) | 222 (2.2%) |
| Total | 11,917 (100.0%) | 10,097 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Elmhurst
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Elmhurst are 15 to 19 minutes (2,458 commuters, 14.0%), 45 to 59 minutes (2,346 commuters, 13.3%), and 30 to 34 minutes (2,337 commuters, 13.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 449 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,876 | 10.7% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,789 | 10.2% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 2,458 | 14.0% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 2,291 | 13.0% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 1,159 | 6.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 2,337 | 13.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 527 | 3.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 693 | 3.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 2,346 | 13.3% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 1,416 | 8.0% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 264 | 1.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Elmhurst
The most common commute times in Elmhurst are 30 to 34 minutes (1,474 commuters, 15.2%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (1,180 commuters, 14.9%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 372 (3.8%) | 77 (1.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 780 (8.1%) | 1,096 (13.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 780 (8.1%) | 1,009 (12.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,278 (13.2%) | 1,180 (14.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,236 (12.8%) | 1,055 (13.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 632 (6.5%) | 527 (6.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,474 (15.2%) | 863 (10.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 341 (3.5%) | 186 (2.4%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 439 (4.5%) | 254 (3.2%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 1,341 (13.9%) | 1,005 (12.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 831 (8.6%) | 585 (7.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 180 (1.9%) | 84 (1.1%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Elmhurst
The most frequent times of departure to work in Elmhurst are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,840, 19.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (1,621, 20.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 241 (2.5%) | 89 (1.1%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 231 (2.4%) | 33 (0.4%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 286 (2.9%) | 139 (1.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 1,000 (10.3%) | 366 (4.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,007 (10.4%) | 663 (8.4%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 1,840 (19.0%) | 1,621 (20.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 1,115 (11.5%) | 1,003 (12.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 1,482 (15.3%) | 1,465 (18.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 614 (6.3%) | 719 (9.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 630 (6.5%) | 822 (10.4%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 176 (1.8%) | 124 (1.6%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 179 (1.8%) | 93 (1.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 424 (4.4%) | 287 (3.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 459 (4.7%) | 497 (6.3%) |
| Total | 9,684 (100.0%) | 7,921 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Elmhurst
Occupancy by Ownership in Elmhurst
Of the total 16,745 dwellings in Elmhurst, owner-occupied units account for 13,366 (79.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,379 (20.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 13,366 | 79.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,379 | 20.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Elmhurst
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,007 | 23.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,368 | 32.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,664 | 15.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,706 | 28.1% |
| Total Housing Units | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Elmhurst
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,033 (50.7%) | 1,974 (49.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,527 (84.3%) | 841 (15.7%) |
| 3-Person Household | 2,377 (89.2%) | 287 (10.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 4,429 (94.1%) | 277 (5.9%) |
| Total Housing Units | 13,366 (79.8%) | 3,379 (20.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Elmhurst
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 399 (82.3%) | 86 (17.7%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,300 (78.1%) | 364 (21.9%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,537 (71.5%) | 1,013 (28.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 9,130 (82.7%) | 1,916 (17.3%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Elmhurst
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,743 | 10.4% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,159 | 18.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,284 | 19.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,448 | 20.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,842 | 17.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,367 | 8.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 902 | 5.4% |
| Total | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Elmhurst
Median Income by Occupancy in Elmhurst
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 13,366 (79.8%) | $165,911 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,379 (20.2%) | $71,020 |
| Average | 16,745 (100.0%) | $143,492 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Elmhurst
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 130 (1.0%) | 120 (3.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 80 (0.6%) | 33 (1.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 81 (0.6%) | 94 (2.8%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 92 (0.7%) | 114 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 163 (1.2%) | 142 (4.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 345 (2.6%) | 301 (8.9%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 593 (4.4%) | 250 (7.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,196 (8.9%) | 664 (19.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,150 (8.6%) | 538 (15.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,276 (17.0%) | 464 (13.7%) |
| $150,000 or more | 7,260 (54.3%) | 659 (19.5%) |
| Total | 13,366 (100.0%) | 3,379 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Elmhurst
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 136 (1.0%) | 56 (1.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 183 (1.4%) | 117 (3.5%) |
| $500 to $799 | 875 (6.6%) | 42 (1.2%) |
| $800 to $999 | 940 (7.0%) | 60 (1.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,763 (13.2%) | 899 (26.6%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,563 (11.7%) | 671 (19.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 1,783 (13.3%) | 761 (22.5%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 1,524 (11.4%) | 317 (9.4%) |
| $3,000 or more | 4,599 (34.4%) | 346 (10.2%) |
| Total | 13,366 (100.0%) | 3,379 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Elmhurst
Housing Structures in Elmhurst
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,747 | 76.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 630 | 3.8% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 144 | 0.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 138 | 0.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 482 | 2.9% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 2,601 | 15.5% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3 | 0.0% |
| Total | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Elmhurst
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 12,029 (94.4%) | 718 (5.6%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 575 (91.3%) | 55 (8.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 144 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 7 (5.1%) | 131 (94.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 17 (3.5%) | 465 (96.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 735 (28.3%) | 1,866 (71.7%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 13,366 (79.8%) | 3,379 (20.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Elmhurst
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 77 (0.6%) | 118 (3.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 260 (1.9%) | 1,418 (42.0%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 2,203 (16.5%) | 1,217 (36.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,274 (32.0%) | 419 (12.4%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 6,552 (49.0%) | 207 (6.1%) |
| Total | 13,366 (100.0%) | 3,379 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Elmhurst
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 12,280 (91.9%) | 2,341 (69.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 10 (0.1%) | 58 (1.7%) |
| Electricity | 930 (7.0%) | 771 (22.8%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 41 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 41 (0.3%) | 75 (2.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 64 (0.5%) | 134 (4.0%) |
| Total | 13,366 (100.0%) | 3,379 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Elmhurst
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 285 (2.1%) | 446 (13.2%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,769 (20.7%) | 1,978 (58.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 7,180 (53.7%) | 730 (21.6%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 3,132 (23.4%) | 225 (6.7%) |
| Total | 13,366 (100.0%) | 3,379 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Elmhurst
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Elmhurst
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,460 | 8,906 |
| Median Property Value | $438,800 | $574,800 |
| Median Household Income | $103,294 | $5,648 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,066 | $4,519 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $8,286 | $95 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Elmhurst
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 36 (0.8%) | 28 (0.3%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 77 (1.7%) | 49 (0.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 685 (15.4%) | 713 (8.0%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,928 (43.2%) | 2,938 (33.0%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 973 (21.8%) | 2,424 (27.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 451 (10.1%) | 1,538 (17.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 310 (7.0%) | 1,216 (13.7%) |
| Total | 4,460 (100.0%) | 8,906 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Elmhurst
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 111 (2.5%) | 185 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 225 (5.0%) | 99 (1.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 225 (5.0%) | 111 (1.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 403 (9.0%) | 120 (1.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 736 (16.5%) | 190 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 488 (10.9%) | 460 (5.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 660 (14.8%) | 662 (7.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,612 (36.1%) | 1,616 (18.1%) |
| Total | 4,460 (100.0%) | 8,906 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Elmhurst
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 809 (18.1%) | 194,881 (2,188.2%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 632 (14.2%) | 2,131 (23.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 603 (13.5%) | 2,515 (28.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,385 (53.5%) | 1,709 (19.2%) |
| Total | 4,460 (100.0%) | 8,906 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Elmhurst
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 73 (1.6%) | 39 (0.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 63 (1.4%) | 46 (0.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 4,125 (92.5%) | 34 (0.4%) |
| Total | 4,460 (100.0%) | 8,906 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Elmhurst
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elmhurst
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 3,490 (98.0%) | 73 (2.1%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 7,995 (97.2%) | 232 (2.8%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 3,069 (91.1%) | 300 (8.9%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,581 (96.5%) | 129 (3.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 5,875 (97.1%) | 173 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5,683 (94.6%) | 325 (5.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 6,280 (97.6%) | 155 (2.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,709 (99.7%) | 13 (0.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 3,122 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 43,804 (96.9%) | 1,400 (3.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Elmhurst
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 3,490 (98.0%) | 73 (2.1%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 7,995 (97.2%) | 232 (2.8%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 3,069 (91.1%) | 300 (8.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Elmhurst
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,518 (92.6%) | 122 (7.4%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,256 (91.6%) | 207 (8.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3,320 (93.2%) | 242 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 3,793 (94.1%) | 238 (5.9%) |
| $100,000 and over | 32,113 (98.4%) | 538 (1.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Elmhurst
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 84 (2.4%) | 3,427 (96.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 735 (8.9%) | 7,488 (91.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 251 (7.4%) | 2,862 (85.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 230 (6.2%) | 3,406 (91.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 274 (4.5%) | 5,699 (94.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 157 (2.6%) | 5,573 (92.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 350 (5.4%) | 6,087 (94.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,214 (89.2%) | 2,989 (63.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 3,116 (99.8%) | 1,767 (56.6%) |
| Total | 9,411 (20.8%) | 39,298 (86.9%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Elmhurst
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 116 (2.6%) | 40 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 145 (3.9%) | 101 (2.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 352 (3.8%) | 311 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 278 (11.7%) | 353 (15.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 444 (38.0%) | 724 (37.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Elmhurst
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 20 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 44 (1.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 122 (1.3%) | 52 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 164 (6.9%) | 52 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 139 (11.9%) | 332 (17.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (0.8%) | 6 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 23 (0.6%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 90 (1.0%) | 127 (1.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 37 (1.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (3.6%) | 206 (10.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 94 (2.1%) | 34 (0.9%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 107 (2.9%) | 94 (2.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 105 (1.1%) | 107 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 63 (2.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (6.8%) | 246 (12.6%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 35 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 116 (1.3%) | 80 (0.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 105 (4.4%) | 275 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 354 (30.3%) | 523 (26.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 62 (1.4%) | 12 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 20 (0.5%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 37 (0.4%) | 48 (0.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 3 (0.1%) | 52 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 80 (6.9%) | 324 (16.6%) |
Technology Access in Elmhurst
Computing Device Access in Elmhurst
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 15,203 | 90.8% |
| Smartphone | 15,122 | 90.3% |
| Tablet | 12,729 | 76.0% |
| No Computing Device | 740 | 4.4% |
| Total | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Elmhurst
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 23 | 0.1% |
| Broadband Home | 14,253 | 85.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 976 | 5.8% |
| Satellite Internet | 751 | 4.5% |
| No Internet | 1,247 | 7.4% |
| Total | 16,745 | 100.0% |
Elmhurst Summary
Elmhurst is a city located in DuPage County, Illinois, United States. It is a western suburb of Chicago, located approximately 17 miles (27 km) from the city's downtown. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 44,121.
History
Elmhurst was first settled in 1836 by European immigrants, mostly German and Swedish. The first settler was Gustavus Schubert, who built a log cabin on the site of what is now the intersection of St. Charles Road and Cottage Hill Avenue. The area was originally known as Cottage Hill, and the name was changed to Elmhurst in 1869.
The city was incorporated in 1882, and the first mayor was John D. Hammersmith. The city was named after the elm trees that grew in the area.
Geography
Elmhurst is located at 41°52′15″N 87°57′36″W (41.8710, -87.9600). According to the 2010 census, Elmhurst has a total area of 8.772 square miles (22.7 km2), of which 8.57 square miles (22.2 km2) (or 97.45%) is land and 0.202 square miles (0.5 km2) (or 2.30%) is water.
Economy
Elmhurst is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, retail, and professional services. The city is also home to several corporate headquarters, including the headquarters of the Elmhurst-Chicago Stone Company, the largest producer of natural stone in the Midwest.
The city is also home to several major employers, including Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, Elmhurst College, and the Elmhurst Public Library.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 44,121 people, 17,541 households, and 11,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 5,125.3 people per square mile (1,976.3/km2). There were 18,167 housing units at an average density of 2,103.3 per square mile (809.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 81.6% White, 4.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 8.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.4% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 10.2% of the population.
There were 17,541 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 3.15.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.4% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 28.1% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.8 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $62,852, and the median income for a family was $77,898. Males had a median income of $51,988 versus $41,939 for females. The per capita income for the city was $32,717. About 2.7% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Elmhurst?
Total Population of Elmhurst is 45,648.
What is the Total Male Population of Elmhurst?
Total Male Population of Elmhurst is 22,495.
What is the Total Female Population of Elmhurst?
Total Female Population of Elmhurst is 23,153.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Elmhurst?
There are 97.16 Males per 100 Females in Elmhurst.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Elmhurst?
There are 102.93 Females per 100 Males in Elmhurst.
What is the Median Population Age in Elmhurst?
Median Population Age in Elmhurst is 41.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Elmhurst
Average Family Size in Elmhurst is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Elmhurst
Average Household Size in Elmhurst is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Elmhurst?
Per Capita income in Elmhurst is $73,045.
What is the Median Family Income in Elmhurst?
Median Family Income in Elmhurst is $178,316.
What is the Median Household income in Elmhurst?
Median Household Income in Elmhurst is $143,492.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Elmhurst?
Income or Wage Gap in Elmhurst is 40.3%.
Women in Elmhurst earn 59.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Elmhurst?
Inequality or Gini Index in Elmhurst is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in Elmhurst?
There are 23,821 People in the Labor Forcein in Elmhurst.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Elmhurst?
66.7% of People are in the Labor Force in Elmhurst.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Elmhurst?
Unemployment Rate in Elmhurst is 5.0%.