Freeport

IL

Stephenson County, Illinois

Population 44K |Median income $64,043 |1 hospital

Population
43,768
Stephenson County
Median Income
$64,043
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$134,900
-41% vs avg
Median Age
45.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
44K-7%
Median Income
$64,043+47%
Median Home Value
$134,900+33%
Poverty Rate
13.9%-13%
Unemployment
4.3%-65%

Economics

Median Rent
$798/mo
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Unemployment 4.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20.7%
Work From Home 10.3%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 79.6%
African American 8.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.4%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.6%
High Blood Pressure
40.1%
Short Sleep Duration
35.5%
Physical Inactivity
26.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.9%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Current Smoking
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Diabetes
13.9%
Current Asthma
10.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.2%
Dental Visit 60.5%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
8.3%
Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Stroke
4.3%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
FHN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
FREEPORT · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Freeport 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 Freeport, IL? ▼
Freeport, IL has a population of 43,768 people, located in Stephenson County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Freeport? ▼
The median household income in Freeport, IL is $64,043 per year. The poverty rate is 13.9%.
What is the median home value in Freeport? ▼
The median home value in Freeport, IL is $134,900. Median rent is $798/month.
What are the top health concerns in Freeport? ▼
The top health indicators in Freeport include Obesity (40.6%), High Blood Pressure (40.1%), Short Sleep Duration (35.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Freeport? ▼
Freeport has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Freeport? ▼
The median age in Freeport, IL is 45.3 years. 20.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Freeport, IL is located in Stephenson County, Illinois. With a population of 44K and a median household income of $64,043, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Freeport 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 (Stephenson 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.