Champaign

IL

Champaign County, Illinois

Population 209K |Median income $63,683 |3 hospitals

Population
208,741
Champaign County
Median Income
$63,683
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$211,500
-7% vs avg
Median Age
30.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
209K+3%
Median Income
$63,683+39%
Median Home Value
$211,500+41%
Poverty Rate
19.1%-14%
Unemployment
4.3%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,051/mo
Poverty Rate
19.1% +35% vs avg
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 46.2%
Work From Home 15.5%
Public Transit 3.4%

Population

White 64.2%
African American 13.5%
Asian 11.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.6%
Obesity
31.1%
High Blood Pressure
28.7%
Physical Inactivity
20.1%
Binge Drinking
19%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.3%
Current Smoking
11.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.1%
Current Asthma
10.1%
Diabetes
9.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75%
Dental Visit 61.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
5%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
0
★★★
2
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL
URBANA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
OSF HEART OF MARY MEDICAL CENTER
URBANA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Champaign 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 6

What is the population of Champaign, IL? ▼
Champaign, IL has a population of 208,741 people, located in Champaign County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Champaign? ▼
The median household income in Champaign, IL is $63,683 per year. The poverty rate is 19.1%.
What is the median home value in Champaign? ▼
The median home value in Champaign, IL is $211,500. Median rent is $1,051/month.
What are the top health concerns in Champaign? ▼
The top health indicators in Champaign include Short Sleep Duration (34.6%), Obesity (31.1%), High Blood Pressure (28.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Champaign? ▼
Champaign has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Champaign? ▼
The median age in Champaign, IL is 30.7 years. 46.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Champaign, IL is located in Champaign County, Illinois. With a population of 209K and a median household income of $63,683, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Champaign 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 (Champaign 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.