Champaign County's 2026 population is estimated at 217,496, reflecting a 1.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Champaign County is the 10th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 201,558 and has grown 7.91% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 30.7 years
Female: 31.9 years
Male: 29.5 years
There are 168,878 adults, (28,984 of whom are seniors) in Champaign County.
Female: 104,871 (50.2%)
Male: 103,870 (49.8%)
The racial composition of Champaign County includes 64.21% White, 13.45% Black or African American, 11.45% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 134,024 | 64.21% |
| Black or African American | 28,079 | 13.45% |
| Asian | 23,898 | 11.45% |
| Two or more races | 18,298 | 8.77% |
| Other race | 4,018 | 1.92% |
| Native American | 381 | 0.18% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 43 | 0.02% |
Champaign County 's average per capita income is $52,019. Household income levels show a median of $63,683. The poverty rate stands at 19.07%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $122,633 | $152,364 |
| Families | $100,396 | $129,586 |
| Households | $63,683 | $91,413 |
| Non Families | $35,067 | $51,112 |
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