Illinois’ population has grown for the third consecutive year, according to new estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The newest population estimates are out for Illinois. Experts say these numbers are the most accurate they can produce and ...

Natural population gains and slowing outmigration have contributed to Illinois seeing three consecutive years of growth.

The census data just released brought fantastic news for us hale and hearty Midwesterners: We’re growing. It’s true. Our ...

According to new estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, Illinois’ population has risen for the third straight year.

“The slowdown in U.S. population growth is largely due to a historic decline in net international migration, which dropped ...

Illinois’ population grew .001% through mid-2025, reflecting a national trend of low growth due mainly to a historic decrease ...

New U.S. Census estimates say Illinois has grown by about 100,000 since 2022, with 2025 marking a third consecutive year of ...

Illinois’ population grew by 16,108 in 2025 thanks to an influx of people migrating from other countries. But Illinoisans moving away offset most of that gain.

(The Center Square) – In today's edition of Illinois in Focus Daily, The Center Square's Greg Bishop delves into the latest U ...

(The Center Square) – Illinois’ migration patterns were the subject of several lines of questioning for Gov. J.B. Pritzker during a U.S. House hearing on migrant sanctuary states. When confronted with ...

Across the U.S., population growth slowed but was still up 1.8 million or 0.5 percent from 2024 to 2025.