Chester
Chester has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $39,079. Population has fallen 37% since 1990, a loss of 3,009 residents. 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value is $59,200.
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How many people live in Chester, Illinois?
Chester, Illinois has about 5,185 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Chester, Illinois?
The typical household in Chester, Illinois earns about $39,079 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Chester, Illinois expensive?
In Chester, Illinois, the median home is worth about $59,200, and the typical rent is about $389 a month.
How educated are people in Chester, Illinois?
About 11.2% of adults age 25 and over in Chester, Illinois hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Chester, Illinois?
About 9.7% of people in Chester, Illinois live below the federal poverty line.
Has Chester, Illinois grown since 1990?
Yes, Chester, Illinois has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 3,009 residents, a change of about -37 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024