Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 20.5% ▲ 105% above avg |
| College Grads | 60.5% ▲ 56% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 440 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,335 (17.9%) |
| Some College | 4,613 (9.9%) |
| Associates | 5,282 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,815 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24,128 (51.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,086 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $201,784 ▼ 28% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,110/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 44,346 |
| Vacant Units | 5,140 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Champaign is a city in Illinois, located in Champaign County. The city spans 6 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 95,565 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 31.03 years.
Economically, Champaign is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $62,085 is below the national average. Approximately 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Champaign is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $201,784, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,109 per month.
The population of Champaign is highly educated. 60.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — significantly above the national average. The community is majority White (57%).
Champaign, IL offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Illinois. Spread across 6 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.