Springfield, IL Metro Area

Springfield, IL · Metro Area

207,042Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying), part of the Springfield-Jacksonville-Lincoln, IL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $75,895
Median home value: $177,300
Land area: 1,183 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Sangamon County, IL	Central	194,947	$75,357	$176,300
Menard County, IL	Outlying	12,095	$82,176	$185,500

Largest cities and towns

58 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Springfield, IL	City	113,330	$66,064
Capital, IL	—	111,650	$65,902
Chatham, IL	Village	14,639	$106,773
Woodside, IL	—	11,416	$73,007
Chatham (Township), IL	—	8,443	$88,959
Clear Lake (Township), IL	—	8,302	$86,473
Ball, IL	—	7,571	$140,753
Auburn (Township), IL	—	5,866	$81,179
Fancy Creek, IL	—	5,826	$145,385
Rochester (Township), IL	—	5,538	$114,551
Springfield (Township), IL	—	5,522	$39,507
Gardner, IL	—	4,608	$103,932
Sherman, IL	Village	4,386	$148,906
Auburn, IL	City	4,306	$81,411
Rochester, IL	Village	3,766	$117,118
Riverton, IL	Village	3,513	$80,920
Williams, IL	—	3,422	$125,583
Pawnee (Township), IL	—	2,985	$79,150
Pawnee, IL	Village	2,738	$81,103
Petersburg, IL	City	2,341	$56,458
Mechanicsburg (Township), IL	—	2,301	$74,453
Athens, IL	City	2,102	$81,192
Jerome, IL	Village	1,807	$65,189
Southern View, IL	Village	1,751	$57,270
Curran (Township), IL	—	1,625	$102,857

Also in the Springfield-Jacksonville-Lincoln, IL combined area

Jacksonville, IL · micro · 37,958 Taylorville, IL · micro · 33,538 Lincoln, IL · micro · 27,713

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Unemployment

5.3%

College Educated

36.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$75,895

Mean Household Income

$100,041

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.3%

Female

51.7%

Population Split

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German21.1%

English12.8%

Irish12.3%

Italian4.5%

Polish2.1%

French1.8%

Scottish1.8%

Mexican1.3%

African1.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.4%Foreign Born

96.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized50.0%

Non-Citizen50.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later41.9%

Before 201058.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

98,982

Median Rent

$979/mo

Median Home Value

$177,300

Median Year Built

1974

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

45,876

College Enrollment

14.5%

High School

23.7%

College Educated

36.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

20.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

77.4%

Public Transit

0.8%

Work From Home

13.5%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.9%

18-34 Years

19.9%

35-64 Years

38.7%

65+ Years

19.5%

Population Composition

Under 1821.9%

18-3419.9%

35-6438.7%

65+19.5%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

42.6%

Single Parent

6.4%

Living Alone

35.9%

Avg Size

2.26

Household Types

Married Couples42.6%

Single Parent6.4%

Living Alone35.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$43,993

SNAP Usage

15.4%

Health Insurance

96.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.0%

$25k - $50k17.6%

$50k - $100k29.0%

$100k+37.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

5.5%

Retail Trade

9.5%

Education & Health Care

28.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

90.5%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

92.8

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

235.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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