Pekin

IL

Tazewell County, Illinois

Population 130K |Median income $77,982 |2 hospitals

Population
130,290
Tazewell County
Median Income
$77,982
+15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$167,500
-26% vs avg
Median Age
41.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
130K-4%
Median Income
$77,982+39%
Median Home Value
$167,500+27%
Poverty Rate
9%-1%
Unemployment
3.6%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$909/mo
Poverty Rate
9% -37% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28.4%
Work From Home 11%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 93.1%
African American 1.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.6%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36.3%
Short Sleep Duration
36.1%
High Blood Pressure
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
22.4%
Binge Drinking
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
Current Smoking
13.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Diabetes
11.2%
Current Asthma
10.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.7%
Dental Visit 65.1%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
6.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
CARLE HEALTH PEKIN HOSPITAL
PEKIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Pekin 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 Pekin, IL? ▼
Pekin, IL has a population of 130,290 people, located in Tazewell County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Pekin? ▼
The median household income in Pekin, IL is $77,982 per year. The poverty rate is 9%.
What is the median home value in Pekin? ▼
The median home value in Pekin, IL is $167,500. Median rent is $909/month.
What are the top health concerns in Pekin? ▼
The top health indicators in Pekin include Obesity (36.3%), Short Sleep Duration (36.1%), High Blood Pressure (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Pekin? ▼
Pekin has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Pekin? ▼
The median age in Pekin, IL is 41.9 years. 28.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pekin, IL is located in Tazewell County, Illinois. With a population of 130K and a median household income of $77,982, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pekin 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 (Tazewell 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.