Pekin, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Tazewell County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Pekin based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,812
2023 ACS
Median Income
$58,355
2023
Median Home Value
$118,200
2023
Median Rent
$792
2023
Median Age
41.3
Unemployment
6.8%
Cost of Living Index
88.7
100 = national avg
Pekin is a city in Tazewell County, Illinois, with a population of 31,812 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Pekin is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Pekin is $58,355, and the median home value is $118,200. The cost of living index is 88.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $792 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, and the median age is 41.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,812
Male
16,253
51.1%
Female
15,559
48.9%
Median Age
41.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.6%
High School or Higher
40.7%
Foreign Born
1.3%
Veterans
6.1%
Married
33.9%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.160
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
91.5%
Foreign Born
1.3%
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
2.8%
878 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
97.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander 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+)
30,188
English Only
97.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
448 speakers
Limited English
0.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.6%
Limited English Proficiency
0.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,942
6.1% of population
Disability Rate
20.6%
401 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$64,563
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,708
88.0%
Female Veterans
234
12.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$64,563
Non-Veteran Income
$35,652
Difference
$28,911
81.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
401
Without Disability
1,541
Disability Rate
20.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
24,033
#1 Ancestry
German
23.6% (7,504)
#2 Ancestry
English
12.6% (4,003)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
11.7% (3,719)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,527
Family Households
7,119
52.6%
Married Couples
4,728
35.0%
Non-Family Households
6,408
47.4%
Single Mother Households
1,500
11.1%
Single Father Households
891
6.6%
Living Alone
5,206
38.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
5,707
In Married Couple
3,526
61.8%
With Single Mother
1,250
21.9%
With Single Father
931
16.3%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$76,424
Married Couple Income
$95,374
Single Mother Income
$40,278
Single Father Income
$66,284
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
1.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
370
Grandparents Responsible
259
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$58,355
-20% vs national
Per Capita Income
$33,208
-11% vs national
Poverty Rate
13.0%
-4% vs national
Gini Index
0.4132
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.8%
+30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
17.8%
of households
How Pekin Compares
Pekin vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pekin is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Pekin, IL has a median household income of $58,355, making it the 17,300th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher median household income than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Pekin, IL has a per capita income of $33,208, making it the 13,925th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher per capita income than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Pekin, IL has a poverty rate of 13.0%, making it the 13,164th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher poverty rate than 58% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Pekin, IL has a unemployment rate of 6.8%, making it the 7,710th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Pekin. The median household income here is $58,355.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.8%
+21% vs IL avg
Labor Force
15,576
Employed
14,463
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
40.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
41.3
Work from Home
7.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Peoria, IL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$95.7K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
88.7
100 = national avg
-11.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,037
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,270
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$818
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,039
per month
The median household income in Pekin, IL is $58,355, which is 20.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $33,208. The poverty rate of 13.0% is higher than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4132, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 15,576. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 7.3% working from home. About 79.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 88.7, which is 11.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,037 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$140,000
Median List Price
$114,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$94
Days on Market
33
Active Inventory
46
Months of Supply
1.4
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$132,659
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$990
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
29.4%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
30.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
34
New Listings
27
Pending Sales
49
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$94
Median List $/SF
$96
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Pekin, IL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Peoria, IL metro area, home prices have risen 327.6% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 59.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 52.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 44.9%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Peoria, IL housing market rather than Pekin alone.
Metro area: Peoria, IL
Pekin vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pekin is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Pekin, IL has a median home value of $118,200, making it the 19,731st highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher median home value than 30% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Pekin, IL has a median rent of $792, making it the 15,847th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher median rent than 29% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Pekin, IL has a price per square foot of $94, making it the 17,525th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher price per square foot than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Pekin, IL has a rent burden of 16.3%, making it the 14,669th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Pekin has a higher rent burden than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$792
Total Housing Units
14,733
Vacancy Rate
8.2%
Owner Occupied
66.8%
Renter Occupied
33.2%
Median Property Tax
$2,456
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$935
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,456
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
of home value
Median Home Value
$118,200
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,750
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,456) by the median home value ($118,200). In Pekin, IL, this works out to an effective rate of 2.08%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Pekin, IL is $140,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 33 days on the market. 29.4% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $94. Zillow's observed rent index is $990/month. About 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1962. There are 14,733 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,456. The effective tax rate is 2.08%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)Violent Crime Rate
3.28
per 1,000 residents
+22% vs national
Property Crime Rate
23.57
per 1,000 residents
+35% vs national
Total Crimes
834
2023
Violent Clearance
48%
cases solved
Property Clearance
16%
cases solved
YoY Change
-3.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Pekin Compares
Source: FBI (2023)Pekin vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2023)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Pekin 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 (2023)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2023)Pekin police solve 72% of aggravated assault cases but only 6% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2023)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2023)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.16 | 40.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 31 | 1.00 | 6.5% |
| Robbery | Violent | 5 | 0.16 | 20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 61 | 1.96 | 72.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 116 | 3.74 | 14.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 573 | 18.45 | 16.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 43 | 1.38 | 25.6% |
Pekin, IL reported 102 violent crimes and 732 property crimes in 2023. The violent crime rate of 3.28 per 1,000 residents is 21.7% above the national average of 2.70 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 48% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 573 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 16.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 102 | 732 | 3.28 | 23.57 |
| 2022 | 106 | 721 | 3.39 | 23.07 |
| 2021 | 111 | 585 | 3.51 | 18.52 |
| 2019 | 132 | 618 | 4.12 | 19.29 |
| 2018 | 135 | 762 | 4.15 | 23.42 |
| 2017 | 124 | 506 | 3.77 | 15.40 |
| 2016 | 139 | 664 | 4.21 | 20.09 |
| 2015 | 113 | 769 | 3.35 | 22.78 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
84.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
86.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
23.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
94.5
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
15
Public Assistance
$3.1M
Individual Assistance
$2.9M
Most Common Type
Flood
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.7M | $819K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Tornado | Nov 2013 | — | $20K |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $690K | $1.0M |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $274K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Oct 2008 | $4K | $851K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2007 | $3K | — |
| Snow → | Snowstorm | Dec 2006 | $314K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | May 2003 | — | $195K |
| Il-winter Storm 1/1/99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $161K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1990 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Mar 1985 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Dec 1982 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Apr 1973 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
344
Total Claims Paid
$1,932,892
Avg Claim Payout
$5,619
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$2,078,571
Properties Protected
7
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.45
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.6: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Landslide | 1 | $2,078,571 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Pekin has a relatively moderate 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 15 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (5 declarations). 344 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $3,131,303 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,931,546 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
38.5%
2.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
24.1%
0.6pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.3%
near the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.5%
2.1pp below 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
37.0%
Arthritis
29.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.1%
Teeth Lost (65+)
15.3%
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
18.0%
14+ days in past month
Depression
24.1%
Loneliness
33.8%
Lack of Support
24.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.9%
Mobility
15.5%
Cognitive
15.0%
Hearing
7.8%
Vision
5.2%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
9.4%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Pekin has an obesity rate of 38.5%, which is 2.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 24.1%, 0.6pp above the national average. About 8.5% of adults lack health insurance. 77.9% 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
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.8 mi
Pekin Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pekin Memorial Hospital | 1.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Hopedale Hospital | 14.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Graham Hospital Association | 21.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Carle Eureka Hospital | 21.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Mason District Hospital | 30.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
1,875
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP | 1,635 | 0 |
| UAW SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER | 240 | 1 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
2.2M MT
Top Emitter
Powerton
1.7M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Powerton Nrg Energy Inc | Power Plants | 1,701,459 |
Alto Pekin, LLC Alto Ingredients Inc | Other | 352,489 |
Alto ICP, LLC Alto Ingredients Inc | Other | 163,962 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 2.2M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
79.9%
+1% vs national
Public Transit
1.2%
+34% vs national
Work From Home
7.3%
-22% vs national
Carpool
9.5%
Walk / Bike
1.6%
combined
How Pekin's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
4
2023
5-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
2
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Pekin, IL is 20 minutes, which is 15.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 79.9% 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 1.2% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 9.5% of workers carpool. 1.3% walk to work. In 2023, there were 4 traffic fatalities from 3 fatal crashes.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
83.7%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.6%
of households
No Internet
11.5%
of households
Total Households
13,527
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
91.8%
of households
Smartphone
85.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
72.2%
of households
Tablet
50.7%
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
-17% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-26% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-25% vs 25,000 - 50,000 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).
Pekin vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). 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
2
Population Served
1,875
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEKIN FED CORRECTIONAL INST AND PRSNCMP | Community | Purchased ground water | 1,635 | 0 |
| UAW SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER | Community | Purchased ground water | 240 | 1 |
83.7% of households in Pekin have broadband internet access. 67.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 14.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 11.5% of households have no internet access. 13.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 1,875 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Pekin is located in Tazewell County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Pekin.
Election Overview
Source: Tazewell County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
24,325
35.8%
GOP Votes
42,451
62.5%
Total Votes
67,966
Margin
R+26.7%
Shift from 2020
R+1.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,325 | 42,451 | 67,966 | 35.8% | 62.5% | R+26.7 |
| 2020 | 24,819 | 42,513 | 69,051 | 35.9% | 61.6% | R+25.6 |
| 2016 | 20,568 | 38,620 | 63,347 | 32.5% | 61.0% | R+28.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Tazewell County recorded 67,966 total votes. Republicans won the county with 62.5% of the vote compared to 35.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+26.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Tazewell County has shifted 1.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
133
Total Assets
$55.6M
Total Income
$72.3M
Per 10K Residents
41.8
nonprofits
-30.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
13
Median Assets
$318K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $44.3M of $55.6M 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 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Pekin
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFPekin, IL has 133 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $55.6M. The most common category is Recreation & Sports, with 11 organizations. 13 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 41.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
192
Total Approved
$57.6M
Jobs Supported
1,471
Per 10K Residents
60.4
SBA loans
-36.4% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
35
Top Lender
Heartland Bank and Trust Company
59 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
171
Total Amount
$43.5M
Avg Loan
$254,179
Median Loan
$90,000
SBA Guaranteed
$33.1M(76%)
Jobs Supported
1,181
Loans
21
Total Amount
$14.1M
Avg Loan
$672,190
Median Loan
$541,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
21
11% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$23.0M
40% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,095,843
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pekin Peoria | 1 | $5.0M |
| Gallery Ford of Pekin | 1 | $5.0M |
| Phw Holdings Llc | 1 | $2.7M |
| Concorde Hotel Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Ggs Harris Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Schlosser Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.8M |
| Jimmy John's | 2 | $1.8M |
| Holiday Inn Express | 1 | $1.7M |
| Cuattro Veterinary Llc | 1 | $1.5M |
| Pekin Prescription Lab | 1 | $1.5M |
Pekin, IL has received 192 SBA loans totaling $57.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 171 loans (89% of the total), supporting 1,181 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 21 loans totaling $14.1M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Pekin is Heartland Bank and Trust Company with 59 loans. That works out to 60.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
13
Total Population
116,718
Avg Median Income
-$51,220,300
Avg Home Value
-$51,148,774
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61535 | 1,906 | $138,594 | $222,300 | N/A | 7.4 |
| 61539 | 142 | $51,250 | $71,300 | $820 | 1.1 |
| 61547 | 3,740 | $120,247 | $231,400 | $583 | 22.0 |
| 61554 | 40,783 | $62,484 | $123,500 | $814 | 73.8 |
| 61564 | 1,000 | $69,821 | $112,900 | $741 | 1.0 |
| 61568 | 4,402 | $101,250 | $242,800 | $1,033 | 67.8 |
| 61602 | 977 | $17,273 | $222,700 | $912 | 1.1 |
| 61604 | 27,502 | $50,628 | $100,000 | $904 | 15.2 |
| 61605 | 13,538 | $24,499 | $44,200 | $831 | 4.4 |
| 61606 | 6,979 | $41,023 | $119,800 | $907 | 1.2 |
| 61607 | 10,734 | $75,845 | $155,200 | $1,014 | 33.6 |
| 61610 | 4,572 | $49,853 | $86,500 | $855 | 4.1 |
| 61625 | 443 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
Pekin, IL has 13 ZIP codes with a combined population of 116,718. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$51,220,300. The average median home value is -$51,148,774. The average median monthly rent is -$102,563,378.
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