Springfield

IL

Sangamon County, Illinois

Population 195K |Median income $75,357 |3 hospitals

Population
194,947
Sangamon County
Median Income
$75,357
+11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$176,300
-23% vs avg
Median Age
41
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
195K-2%
Median Income
$75,357+36%
Median Home Value
$176,300+40%
Poverty Rate
13.1%-8%
Unemployment
5.4%-34%

Economics

Median Rent
$983/mo
Poverty Rate
13.1% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.6%
Work From Home 13.7%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 78.1%
African American 12.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
Asian 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.6%
High Blood Pressure
37%
Short Sleep Duration
35.3%
Physical Inactivity
22.2%
Binge Drinking
17.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.3%
Current Smoking
13.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
13%
Diabetes
11.9%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.6%
Annual Checkup 79.6%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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1
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1
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0
Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
ST JOHNS HOSPITAL
SPRINGFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
SPRINGFIELD · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Springfield 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 Springfield, IL? ▼
Springfield, IL has a population of 194,947 people, located in Sangamon County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Springfield? ▼
The median household income in Springfield, IL is $75,357 per year. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
What is the median home value in Springfield? ▼
The median home value in Springfield, IL is $176,300. Median rent is $983/month.
What are the top health concerns in Springfield? ▼
The top health indicators in Springfield include Obesity (39.6%), High Blood Pressure (37%), Short Sleep Duration (35.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Springfield? ▼
Springfield has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Springfield? ▼
The median age in Springfield, IL is 41 years. 36.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Springfield, IL is located in Sangamon County, Illinois. With a population of 195K and a median household income of $75,357, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Springfield 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 (Sangamon 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.