Bloomington

IL

McLean County, Illinois

Population 172K |Median income $79,905

Population
171,556
McLean County
Median Income
$79,905
+18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$208,400
-8% vs avg
Median Age
34.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
172K+0%
Median Income
$79,905+29%
Median Home Value
$208,400+33%
Poverty Rate
12.9%-9%
Unemployment
3.1%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,009/mo
Poverty Rate
12.9% -9% vs avg
Unemployment 3.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 47.2%
Work From Home 17.5%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 78%
African American 8.5%
Asian 5.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
34.5%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
30.9%
Physical Inactivity
19.4%
Binge Drinking
18.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Current Smoking
11.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.1%
Current Asthma
10.3%
Diabetes
9.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.6%
Annual Checkup 77.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
2.7%

Alerts & News — Bloomington Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Bloomington, IL? ▼
Bloomington, IL has a population of 171,556 people, located in McLean County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Bloomington? ▼
The median household income in Bloomington, IL is $79,905 per year. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
What is the median home value in Bloomington? ▼
The median home value in Bloomington, IL is $208,400. Median rent is $1,009/month.
What are the top health concerns in Bloomington? ▼
The top health indicators in Bloomington include Obesity (34.5%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (30.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Bloomington? ▼
The median age in Bloomington, IL is 34.3 years. 47.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Bloomington, IL is located in McLean County, Illinois. With a population of 172K and a median household income of $79,905, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Bloomington area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (McLean County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.