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CITY · 2000 CENSUS

Willow Springs

Illinois · 5,027 residents · 4.149 sq mi
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Willow Springs is significantly wealthier than the US average, with a median household income of $58,322. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. Median home value is $211,500. With a median age of 40.7, the population is older than the US median of 35.2. Poverty is rare here, at 6.2% of residents. Households here earn about 25% more than the Illinois median.

At a glance
Wealthier
above the US median
US median: $42,589
Older
median age 40.7
US median: 35.2
Average education
24% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 24%
Stable housing
home values roughly flat, inflation adjusted
US median home: $120,530
Section 01

Population & growth

5,027
+11%since 1990
from 4,509 in 1990
1990 – 2025
1,212 / sq mi
+11%since 1990
from 1,087 / sq mi in 1990
US average: 242
40.7
+16%since 1990
from 35.2 in 1990
US average: 35.2
Population, 19902024
4K5K5K6K6K1990201020202024Willow Springs
20246K
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

$58,322
−6%inflation adjusted, since 1990
from $47,234 in 1990
US average: $42,589
1990 – 2024
$30,394
+63%since 1990
from $18,642 in 1990
US average: $21,522
6.2%
+3.6 ptssince 1990
from 2.6% in 1990
US average: 12.4%
Section 03

Housing

$211,500
+13%inflation adjusted, since 1990
from $142,000 in 1990
US average: $120,530
1990 – 2024
$663
−3%inflation adjusted, since 1990
from $517 in 1990
US average: $602
85.7%
+2.3 ptssince 1990
from 83.4% in 1990
14.3% rent
3.6
+21%since 1990
from 3.0 in 1990
1990 – 2024
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

1990
White, non-Hispanic96.9%(4,370)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0.9%(39)
Asian2.2%(97)
Diversity Score9.5%(429)
2000
White, non-Hispanic90.4%(4,542)
Black0.7%(36)
Hispanic / Latino5.1%(254)
Asian1.9%(93)
Diversity Score18.3%(920)
18
+92%since 1990
from 10 in 1990
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

23.6%
+4.5 ptssince 1990
from 19.1% in 1990
US average: 24.4%
High school or higher
85.1%
−1.6 ptssince 1990
from 86.7% in 1990
US average: 80.3%
10.4%
+5.4 ptssince 1990
from 4.9% in 1990
US average: 8.8%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

25.6 min
Unchangedsince 1990
from 25.7 min in 1990
US average: 17.6
Section 07

Work & employment

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Section 08

People & community

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Frequently asked

How many people live in Willow Springs, Illinois?

Willow Springs, Illinois has about 5,027 residents according to the 2000 Census.

What is the median household income in Willow Springs, Illinois?

The typical household in Willow Springs, Illinois earns about $58,322 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is Willow Springs, Illinois expensive?

In Willow Springs, Illinois, the median home is worth about $211,500, and the typical rent is about $663 a month.

How educated are people in Willow Springs, Illinois?

About 23.6% of adults age 25 and over in Willow Springs, Illinois hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Willow Springs, Illinois?

About 6.2% of people in Willow Springs, Illinois live below the federal poverty line.

Has Willow Springs, Illinois grown since 1990?

Yes, Willow Springs, Illinois has grown since 1990. The population has added about 518 residents, a change of about 11 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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