East Saint Louis

IL

St. Clair County, Illinois

Population 254K |Median income $73,854 |3 hospitals

Population
253,694
St. Clair County
Median Income
$73,854
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$180,300
-21% vs avg
Median Age
39.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
254K-6%
Median Income
$73,854+46%
Median Home Value
$180,300+46%
Poverty Rate
13.6%-23%
Unemployment
5.8%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,090/mo
Poverty Rate
13.6% -4% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 31.8%
Work From Home 12.4%
Public Transit 1.6%

Population

White 60.1%
African American 27.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.3%
Asian 1.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
39%
Obesity
38.8%
Short Sleep Duration
37.8%
Physical Inactivity
25%
Binge Drinking
17.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Diabetes
13.1%
Current Asthma
11.1%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.7%
Annual Checkup 80.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
2
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
BELLEVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
HSHS ST ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL
O FALLON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — East Saint Louis Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

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

NSW RFS · 34m 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 East Saint Louis, IL? ▼
East Saint Louis, IL has a population of 253,694 people, located in St. Clair County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in East Saint Louis? ▼
The median household income in East Saint Louis, IL is $73,854 per year. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
What is the median home value in East Saint Louis? ▼
The median home value in East Saint Louis, IL is $180,300. Median rent is $1,090/month.
What are the top health concerns in East Saint Louis? ▼
The top health indicators in East Saint Louis include High Blood Pressure (39%), Obesity (38.8%), Short Sleep Duration (37.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in East Saint Louis? ▼
East Saint Louis has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in East Saint Louis? ▼
The median age in East Saint Louis, IL is 39.9 years. 31.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

East Saint Louis, IL is located in St. Clair County, Illinois. With a population of 254K and a median household income of $73,854, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the East Saint Louis 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 (St. Clair 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.