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Bellwood, IL

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Bellwood, IL Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

18,256population

38.7median age

This community is a community of 18,256 with a median age of 38.7. The population is predominantly Black (67.6%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (27%). Median household income is $79,513. 84.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 17.2% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 78.4%, with a median home value of $230,000.

Race & Ethnicityi

Black

67.6%12,349

Hispanic/Latino

27%4,936

White

2.6%477

Two or More

1.5%269

Asian

1%191

Other

0.2%34

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

4.4%550

High School Diploma

26.4%3,312

Some College (<1 yr)

10.8%1,351

Some College (1+ yr)

15.5%1,939

Associate's Degree

10.6%1,332

Bachelor's Degree

12.8%1,608

Master's Degree

3.6%453

Professional Degree

0.5%57

Doctorate

0.3%35

HS or Higher

84.8%

BA or Higher

17.2%

Graduate+

4.3%

Housingi

$230,000median home value

$1,293median rent

78.4%homeownership

6,340total units

6.2%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 78.4%

Renter 21.6%

Home Values

Under $50K

2.9%137

$50K–$100K

1.4%67

$100K–$150K

10.6%493

$150K–$200K

12.7%592

$200K–$300K

56.3%2,627

$300K–$500K

14%652

$500K–$1M

0.9%41

$1M+

1.2%56

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

447

$1,250–$1,500

443

$1,500–$2,000

134

$2,000+

130

Year Built

2010–2019

4.1%258

2000–2009

2.4%149

1990–1999

3.6%226

1980–1989

3%188

1970–1979

2.6%164

1960–1969

14.5%922

1950–1959

42%2,661

1940–1949

10.8%683

1939 or earlier

17.2%1,089

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

87.3%5,193

Electricity

9.5%564

Bottled/LP Gas

2.5%148

No Fuel

0.7%43

Household Economyi

$79,513median household income

$31,431per capita income

11.6%poverty rate

6.3%unemployment

9,519labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

3.4%202

$10K–$15K

2.4%141

$15K–$20K

2.1%122

$20K–$25K

2%118

$25K–$30K

3.4%200

$30K–$35K

6.7%399

$35K–$40K

3.8%225

$40K–$45K

0.9%52

$45K–$50K

4.9%291

$50K–$60K

6.8%403

$60K–$75K

10.8%640

$75K–$100K

14.6%871

$100K–$125K

17.8%1,061

$125K–$150K

5.5%327

$150K–$200K

9.5%567

$200K+

5.5%329

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

155

Residentsi

274

Avg. Tenant Renti

$459/mo

Avg. Waitlisti

25 months

Programs in this community

Housing Choice Vouchers131 homes93% occupied$459/mo rent

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

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $79,513/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $24K/yr

84%

Very low income$24K–$40K/yr

15%

Low income$40K–$64K/yr

Who Receives This Housing

89% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

99% of subsidized households are minority

35% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

45% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

8,735

Avg. Commutei

27.8 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

8,916

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

671(4.7% of civilian adults)