Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

MyTownView

Berwyn, IL

CSAChicago-Naperville MSAChicago-Naperville-Elgin#19/341 Population

Census

Showing latest census year. Full demographic history available with a paid plan. See products & pricing →

Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

55,595population

37.8median age

This community is a community of 55,595 with a median age of 37.8. The population is predominantly Hispanic/Latino (62.8%) with a significant White community (24.9%). Median household income is $78,408. 84.3% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 24.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 61.1%, with a median home value of $299,800.

Race & Ethnicityi

Hispanic/Latino

62.8%34,902

White

24.9%13,860

Black

7.4%4,105

Asian

3.8%2,105

Two or More

1.1%616

Other

0%7

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

4.7%1,804

High School Diploma

24.3%9,222

Some College (<1 yr)

6.4%2,425

Some College (1+ yr)

15.2%5,782

Associate's Degree

9.5%3,610

Bachelor's Degree

16.2%6,176

Master's Degree

5.6%2,133

Professional Degree

1.7%657

Doctorate

0.7%253

HS or Higher

84.3%

BA or Higher

24.2%

Graduate+

Housingi

$299,800median home value

$1,215median rent

61.1%homeownership

22,027total units

7%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 61.1%

Renter 38.9%

Home Values

Under $50K

2.8%351

$50K–$100K

1.5%190

$100K–$150K

3.7%458

$150K–$200K

4.6%575

$200K–$300K

37.5%4,688

$300K–$500K

45.1%5,638

$500K–$1M

4.2%531

$1M+

0.6%73

Rent Distribution

Under $500

105

$500–$750

235

$750–$1,000

1,433

$1,000–$1,250

2,282

$1,250–$1,500

1,372

$1,500–$2,000

1,584

$2,000+

452

Year Built

2020 or later

0.5%100

2010–2019

0.7%164

2000–2009

1.7%370

1990–1999

1.5%336

1980–1989

2.2%482

1970–1979

4.2%917

1960–1969

6.6%1,447

1950–1959

13.5%2,972

1940–1949

8.7%1,920

1939 or earlier

60.5%13,319

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

91.3%18,688

Electricity

6.5%1,323

Bottled/LP Gas

1.7%343

No Fuel

0.6%115

Solar

0%7

Household Economyi

$78,408median household income

$34,812per capita income

10.9%poverty rate

6.9%unemployment

31,334labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

4.8%983

$10K–$15K

1.2%251

$15K–$20K

4%826

$20K–$25K

2.9%593

$25K–$30K

4.4%906

$30K–$35K

5.1%1,035

$35K–$40K

3.8%773

$40K–$45K

3.3%685

$45K–$50K

3.1%632

$50K–$60K

6.2%1,269

$60K–$75K

9.5%1,953

$75K–$100K

12.4%2,546

$100K–$125K

12.9%2,647

$125K–$150K

8.2%1,686

$150K–$200K

9.5%1,946

$200K+

8.5%1,745

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

209

Residentsi

344

Avg. Tenant Renti

$412/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

32 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers186 homes93% occupied$412/mo rent

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $78,408/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $24K/yr

84%

Very low income$24K–$39K/yr

14%

Low income$39K–$63K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

54% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

73% of subsidized households are minority

34% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

37% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

13,90825%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

9,254

Philippines

754

Guatemala

401

Poland

159

India

China

Germany

Korea

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

28,796

Avg. Commutei

29 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

29,168

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

1,356(3.1% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

89.8%Insured

10.2%Uninsured

Berwyn, IL Population, Income & Demographics 2026