Joliet, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Will County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Joliet based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
149,785
2023 ACS
Median Income
$88,026
2023
Median Home Value
$248,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,237
2023
Median Age
35.3
Unemployment
5.8%
Cost of Living Index
132.3
100 = national avg
Joliet is a city in Will County, Illinois, with a population of 149,785 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Joliet is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Joliet is $88,026, and the median home value is $248,600. The cost of living index is 132.3 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,237 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, and the median age is 35.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
149,785
Male
74,349
49.6%
Female
75,436
50.4%
Median Age
35.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.0%
High School or Higher
34.7%
Foreign Born
15.2%
Veterans
3.5%
Married
37.8%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.535
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
52.7%
Foreign Born
15.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
34.7%
51,975 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
65.3%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
140,650
English Only
70.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
35,429 speakers
Limited English
12.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
87.9%
Limited English Proficiency
12.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
5,253
3.5% of population
Disability Rate
20.4%
1,072 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$64,457
Unemployment Rate
5.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,732
90.1%
Female Veterans
521
9.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$64,457
Non-Veteran Income
$40,182
Difference
$24,275
60.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,072
Without Disability
4,181
Disability Rate
20.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
82,760
#1 Ancestry
German
12.4% (18,552)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.2% (13,763)
#3 Ancestry
Polish
7.6% (11,405)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
50,648
Family Households
35,453
70.0%
Married Couples
25,002
49.4%
Non-Family Households
15,195
30.0%
Single Mother Households
7,239
14.3%
Single Father Households
3,212
6.3%
Living Alone
12,477
24.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
34,105
In Married Couple
23,522
69.0%
With Single Mother
7,789
22.8%
With Single Father
2,794
8.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$102,373
Married Couple Income
$119,277
Single Mother Income
$50,256
Single Father Income
$69,500
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,798
Grandparents Responsible
1,136
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$88,026
+20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$35,820
-4% vs national
Poverty Rate
11.0%
-19% vs national
Gini Index
0.4056
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.8%
+11% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.3%
of households
How Joliet Compares
Joliet vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Joliet is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Joliet, IL has a median household income of $88,026, making it the 6,931st highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher median household income than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Joliet, IL has a per capita income of $35,820, making it the 11,518th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher per capita income than 59% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Joliet, IL has a poverty rate of 11.0%, making it the 15,405th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher poverty rate than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Joliet, IL has a unemployment rate of 5.8%, making it the 9,713th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher unemployment rate than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Joliet. The median household income here is $88,026.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.8%
+3% vs IL avg
Labor Force
79,879
Employed
75,188
Mean Commute
27 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.0%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
34.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.3
Work from Home
7.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$105.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
132.3
100 = national avg
+32.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,229
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$137,631
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,581
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,781
per month
The median household income in Joliet, IL is $88,026, which is 20.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $35,820. The poverty rate of 11.0% is lower than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4056, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.8%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 79,879. 16.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 27 minutes, with 7.3% working from home. About 79.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 132.3, which is 32.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,229 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$305,500
Median List Price
$340,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$182
Days on Market
85
Active Inventory
321
Months of Supply
2.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$254,571
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,621
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
25.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
29.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.9%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
116
New Listings
116
Pending Sales
114
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$182
Median List $/SF
$194
Joliet vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Joliet is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Joliet, IL has a median home value of $248,600, making it the 9,254th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher median home value than 67% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Joliet, IL has a median rent of $1,237, making it the 6,241st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher median rent than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Joliet, IL has a price per square foot of $182, making it the 9,515th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher price per square foot than 54% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Joliet, IL has a rent burden of 16.9%, making it the 13,667th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Joliet has a higher rent burden than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$248,600
Median Rent
$1,237
Total Housing Units
53,636
Vacancy Rate
5.6%
Owner Occupied
73.1%
Renter Occupied
26.9%
Median Property Tax
$5,569
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,621
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$5,569
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.24%
of home value
Median Home Value
$248,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$5,538
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($5,569) by the median home value ($248,600). In Joliet, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.24%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Joliet, IL is $305,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 85 days on the market. 25.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $182. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,621/month. About 73.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 53,636 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $5,569. The effective tax rate is 2.24%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
3.50
per 1,000 residents
+35% vs national
Property Crime Rate
12.45
per 1,000 residents
-28% vs national
Total Crimes
2,401
2024
Violent Clearance
23%
cases solved
Property Clearance
7%
cases solved
YoY Change
-13.8%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Joliet Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Joliet vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Joliet is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Joliet police solve 27% of aggravated assault cases but only 4% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Rape | Violent | 73 | 0.48 | 6.8% |
| Robbery | Violent | 53 | 0.35 | 17.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 401 | 2.66 | 26.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 587 | 3.90 | 4.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,060 | 7.04 | 8.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 227 | 1.51 | 4.0% |
Joliet, IL reported 527 violent crimes and 1,874 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 3.50 per 1,000 residents is 34.6% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 23% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,060 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 49.9% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 527 | 1,874 | 3.50 | 12.45 |
| 2023 | 609 | 1,503 | 4.06 | 10.02 |
| 2022 | 775 | 1,550 | 5.15 | 10.30 |
| 2021 | 255 | 570 | 1.74 | 3.89 |
| 2019 | 751 | 2,160 | 5.07 | 14.58 |
| 2018 | 486 | 2,312 | 3.27 | 15.56 |
| 2017 | 540 | 2,625 | 3.64 | 17.70 |
| 2016 | 488 | 2,801 | 3.30 | 18.94 |
| 2015 | 461 | 3,555 | 3.12 | 24.02 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.3
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
13.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
92.4
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
19
Public Assistance
$12.4M
Individual Assistance
$12.2M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Flood | Sep 2024 | — | $2.8M |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $7.6M | $4.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Tornado | Nov 2013 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $1.0M | $3.1M |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $2.0M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $479K | $731K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Sep 2007 | — | $618K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Apr 2004 | — | $321K |
| Illinois Winter Snow Storms → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $726K | — |
| Il-winter Storm 1/1/99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $605K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1996 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Aug 1990 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1985 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding & Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Jun 1981 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1967 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $5K |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,288
Total Claims Paid
$21,008,628
Avg Claim Payout
$9,182
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$476,966
Properties Protected
7
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.59
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $54,750 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $422,216 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Joliet has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, tornado, heat wave. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (5 declarations). 2,288 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,430,978 in public assistance recovery funding. $12,169,571 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
41.9%
5.8pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.7%
3.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
11.7%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.9%
3.3pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
32.3%
Arthritis
22.6%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
14.8%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.7%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.7%
Loneliness
36.0%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
29.0%
Mobility
13.4%
Cognitive
14.8%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
5.9%
Self-Care
4.1%
Independent Living
8.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Joliet has an obesity rate of 41.9%, which is 5.8pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.7%, 3.8pp below the national average. About 13.9% of adults lack health insurance. 75.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.4 mi
Saint Joseph Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph Medical Center | 2.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers | 9.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital | 9.7 mi | Psychiatric | — | Yes |
| Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Bolingbrook | 13.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Copley Memorial Hospital | 16.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
10
Pop. Served
166,002
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| JOLIET | 160,000 | 1 |
| SOUTHEAST JOLIET SD | 2,000 | 1 |
| CRYSTAL LAWNS ADDITION IMPROVEMENT ASSOC | 1,435 | 6 |
| EAST MORELAND WTR SERVICE ASSN | 1,320 | 1 |
| JOLIET INPATIENT TREATMENT CENTER | 486 | 0 |
| SUNNYLAND SUBDIVISION | 300 | 0 |
| JOLIET TREATMENT CENTER | 217 | 0 |
| SOUTH RIDGE MHC | 96 | 0 |
| CRISWELL COURT MHP | 94 | 0 |
| GARDEN STREET IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION | 54 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
439.6K MT
Top Emitter
Joliet 29
417.4K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Joliet 29 Nrg Energy Inc | Power Plants | 417,353 |
GPLC JOLIET SALES Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 21,725 |
Joliet 9 Nrg Energy Inc | Power Plants | 547 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 10 water systems serving the area. 9 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 439.6K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
27 min
+16% vs national
Drive Alone
79.7%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
1.6%
+80% vs national
Work From Home
7.3%
-22% vs national
Carpool
9.7%
Walk
0.8%
How Joliet's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
11
2023
6-Year Avg
10
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
6
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 | 7 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Joliet, IL is 27 minutes, which is 16.2% above the national average of 23 minutes. 79.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 7.3% work from home, which is below the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 1.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.7% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 11 traffic fatalities from 9 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
91.9%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.2%
of households
No Internet
6.1%
of households
Total Households
50,648
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.9%
of households
Smartphone
91.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
80.0%
of households
Tablet
67.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
15.9¢
per kWh
-7% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-10% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-22% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
7% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Illinois averages 15.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $110. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Joliet vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
10
Population Served
166,002
Violations (5yr)
9
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JOLIET | Community | Ground water | 160,000 | 1 |
| SOUTHEAST JOLIET SD | Community | Ground water | 2,000 | 1 |
| CRYSTAL LAWNS ADDITION IMPROVEMENT ASSOC | Community | Ground water | 1,435 | 6 |
| EAST MORELAND WTR SERVICE ASSN | Community | Ground water | 1,320 | 1 |
| JOLIET INPATIENT TREATMENT CENTER | Community | Purchased ground water | 486 | 0 |
| SUNNYLAND SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 300 | 0 |
| JOLIET TREATMENT CENTER | Community | Purchased ground water | 217 | 0 |
| SOUTH RIDGE MHC | Community | Purchased ground water | 96 | 0 |
| CRISWELL COURT MHP | Community | Ground water | 94 | 0 |
| GARDEN STREET IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 54 | 0 |
91.9% of households in Joliet have broadband internet access. 78.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.1% of households have no internet access. 8.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 10 water systems, providing water to 166,002 people. A total of 9 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Joliet is located in Will County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Joliet.
Election Overview
Source: Will County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
162,874
50.1%
GOP Votes
157,672
48.5%
Total Votes
324,971
Margin
D+1.6%
Shift from 2020
R+6.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 162,874 | 157,672 | 324,971 | 50.1% | 48.5% | D+1.6 |
| 2020 | 183,915 | 155,116 | 346,266 | 53.1% | 44.8% | D+8.3 |
| 2016 | 146,230 | 129,726 | 291,010 | 50.2% | 44.6% | D+5.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Will County recorded 324,971 total votes. Democrats won the county with 50.1% of the vote compared to 48.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+1.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+6.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Will County has shifted 4.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
Public Records Request
Source: joliet.govSubmit a public records request to Joliet — Online submission link found on the Police Department's FOIA page. Email also provided..
Source: joliet.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
434
Total Assets
$468.8M
Total Income
$434.5M
Per 10K Residents
29.0
nonprofits
-41.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
35
Median Assets
$265K
Oldest Active
1936
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $378.6M of $468.8M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Joliet
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFJoliet, IL has 434 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $468.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 78 organizations. 35 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 29.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1936.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
522
Total Approved
$254.3M
Jobs Supported
4,476
Per 10K Residents
34.8
SBA loans
-35.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
114
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
74 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
402
Total Amount
$162.5M
Avg Loan
$404,206
Median Loan
$150,000
SBA Guaranteed
$120.8M(74%)
Jobs Supported
2,960
Loans
120
Total Amount
$91.8M
Avg Loan
$764,833
Median Loan
$551,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
91
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$79.3M
31% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$871,453
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ynz Enterprises Inc. | 3 | $6.3M |
| Chellino Crane, Inc. | 3 | $5.9M |
| Pmp Enterprise Inc. | 2 | $5.3M |
| Gp Transportation Co. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Ohm Shreeji Iv Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Growth Hospitality Inc. | 1 | $4.4M |
| Eden Vista Joliet Llc | 1 | $4.3M |
| 3551 Joliet Inc | 1 | $4.1M |
| Mainstay Suites Joliet I-55 | 1 | $3.7M |
| Sharmijay Inc. | 3 | $3.6M |
Joliet, IL has received 522 SBA loans totaling $254.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 402 loans (77% of the total), supporting 2,960 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 120 loans totaling $91.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Joliet is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 74 loans. That works out to 34.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
15
Total Population
393,535
Avg Median Income
$98,358
Avg Home Value
$260,940
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60403 | 17,226 | $71,413 | $223,000 | $1,386 | 4.9 |
| 60404 | 20,052 | $121,696 | $319,800 | $1,945 | 15.7 |
| 60410 | 14,027 | $120,278 | $293,500 | $1,613 | 24.1 |
| 60421 | 3,786 | $101,818 | $251,400 | $989 | 59.8 |
| 60431 | 26,789 | $114,098 | $275,100 | $1,408 | 12.8 |
| 60432 | 20,098 | $64,099 | $185,100 | $1,261 | 8.5 |
| 60433 | 15,293 | $60,987 | $167,800 | $1,307 | 13.6 |
| 60435 | 48,521 | $74,967 | $217,200 | $1,145 | 10.8 |
| 60436 | 19,446 | $63,570 | $170,800 | $1,242 | 18.0 |
| 60441 | 36,841 | $104,271 | $287,100 | $1,488 | 28.1 |
| 60446 | 41,933 | $99,461 | $245,100 | $1,894 | 19.5 |
| 60447 | 16,099 | $115,039 | $295,400 | $1,525 | 67.6 |
| 60451 | 37,481 | $132,260 | $373,100 | $1,304 | 25.2 |
| 60544 | 27,937 | $108,447 | $311,700 | $1,809 | 24.2 |
| 60586 | 48,006 | $122,963 | $298,000 | $2,159 | 17.5 |
Joliet, IL has 15 ZIP codes with a combined population of 393,535. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $98,358. The average median home value is $260,940. The average median monthly rent is $1,498.
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