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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.

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Normal, IL

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

53,569population

25median age

This community is a community of 53,569 with a median age of 25. The population is predominantly White (75.4%) with a significant Black community (10.8%). Median household income is $64,785. 97.6% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 52.9% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 54.8%, with a median home value of $213,600.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

75.4%40,415

Black

10.8%5,794

Hispanic/Latino

7.2%3,835

Asian

4.1%2,213

Two or More

2.2%1,175

Other

0.2%101

American Indian/Alaska Native

0.1%36

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

2.7%719

High School Diploma

16.2%4,339

Some College (<1 yr)

5.1%1,364

Some College (1+ yr)

11.6%3,113

Associate's Degree

9%2,418

Bachelor's Degree

33.8%9,049

Master's Degree

12.8%3,424

Professional Degree

3.6%969

Doctorate

2.7%730

HS or Higher

97.6%

BA or Higher

52.9%

Graduate+

19.1%

Housingi

$213,600median home value

$965median rent

54.8%homeownership

22,215total units

8.2%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 54.8%

Renter 45.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

5.2%584

$50K–$100K

2.1%239

$100K–$150K

12.2%1,359

$150K–$200K

24%2,681

$200K–$300K

34.9%3,899

$300K–$500K

18.1%2,022

$500K–$1M

3.1%347

$1M+

0.3%36

Rent Distribution

Under $500

872

$500–$750

1,086

$750–$1,000

3,013

$1,000–$1,250

1,655

$1,250–$1,500

889

$1,500–$2,000

951

$2,000+

675

Year Built

2020 or later

1.3%296

2010–2019

8.9%1,968

2000–2009

20.9%4,638

1990–1999

18.1%4,021

1980–1989

10.5%2,340

1970–1979

19.6%4,361

1960–1969

9.6%2,126

1950–1959

4.7%1,051

1940–1949

1.3%299

1939 or earlier

5%1,115

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

66.5%13,557

Electricity

32.2%6,558

Bottled/LP Gas

1.1%220

No Fuel

0.1%25

Solar

0.1%14

Coal

0.1%13

Household Economyi

$64,785median household income

$36,168per capita income

18.5%poverty rate

3.9%unemployment

28,580labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

11.4%2,314

$10K–$15K

2.9%590

$15K–$20K

5.4%1,093

$20K–$25K

4.4%901

$25K–$30K

4.3%877

$30K–$35K

3.6%727

$35K–$40K

3.3%665

$40K–$45K

4%817

$45K–$50K

3.3%665

$50K–$60K

5.3%1,085

$60K–$75K

6.5%1,332

$75K–$100K

10.9%2,224

$100K–$125K

10%2,047

$125K–$150K

6.6%1,350

$150K–$200K

8.2%1,663

$200K+

10%2,037

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

508

Residentsi

1,046

Avg. Tenant Renti

$405/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

9 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers230 homes92% occupied$530/mo rent

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

Project Based Section 8278 homes93% occupied$302/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $64,785/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $19K/yr

86.6%

Very low income$19K–$32K/yr

12.9%

Low income$32K–$52K/yr

0.5%

Who Receives This Housing

80.4% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

63.6% of subsidized households are minority

17.6% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

23.4% 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

4,3208.1%

By Region

Top Countries

India

869

Mexico

585

Korea

199

Guatemala

145

Germany

108

Philippines

103

China

Canada

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

26,626

Avg. Commutei

16.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

27,430

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

1,487(3.3% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

95.1%Insured

4.9%Uninsured