Wheaton, IL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
DuPage County · Illinois
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Wheaton based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
53,453
2023 ACS
Median Income
$119,566
2023
Median Home Value
$447,700
2023
Median Rent
$1,731
2023
Median Age
37.6
Unemployment
3.5%
Cost of Living Index
177.6
100 = national avg
Wheaton is a city in DuPage County, Illinois, with a population of 53,453 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Wheaton is one of the communities in Illinois.
The median household income in Wheaton is $119,566, and the median home value is $447,700. The cost of living index is 177.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,731 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, and the median age is 37.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
53,453
Male
26,239
49.1%
Female
27,214
50.9%
Median Age
37.6
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
42.8%
High School or Higher
50.4%
Foreign Born
10.1%
Veterans
2.5%
Married
45.8%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.334
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
80.5%
Foreign Born
10.1%
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
8.0%
4,250 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.0%
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+)
50,273
English Only
86.1%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
2,292 speakers
Limited English
4.3%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.7%
Limited English Proficiency
4.3%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,346
2.5% of population
Disability Rate
12.3%
165 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$70,664
Unemployment Rate
3.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,276
94.8%
Female Veterans
70
5.2%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$70,664
Non-Veteran Income
$56,498
Difference
$14,166
25.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
165
Without Disability
1,181
Disability Rate
12.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
52,773
#1 Ancestry
German
23.9% (12,756)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
16.8% (8,969)
#3 Ancestry
English
10.2% (5,459)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
19,808
Family Households
13,194
66.6%
Married Couples
11,418
57.6%
Non-Family Households
6,614
33.4%
Single Mother Households
1,233
6.2%
Single Father Households
543
2.7%
Living Alone
5,576
28.2%
Children Under 18
Total Children
11,421
In Married Couple
10,330
90.4%
With Single Mother
853
7.5%
With Single Father
238
2.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$153,024
Married Couple Income
$168,811
Single Mother Income
$80,194
Single Father Income
$79,844
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.0
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
282
Grandparents Responsible
88
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$119,566
+63% vs national
Per Capita Income
$62,785
+69% vs national
Poverty Rate
5.9%
-57% vs national
Gini Index
0.4574
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.5%
-34% vs national
SNAP Recipients
3.6%
of households
How Wheaton Compares
Wheaton vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wheaton is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Wheaton, IL has a median household income of $119,566, making it the 2,785th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher median household income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Wheaton, IL has a per capita income of $62,785, making it the 2,278th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher per capita income than 92% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Wheaton, IL has a poverty rate of 5.9%, making it the 22,496th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher poverty rate than 28% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Wheaton, IL has a unemployment rate of 3.5%, making it the 16,239th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher unemployment rate than 48% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Wheaton. The median household income here is $119,566.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.5%
-38% vs IL avg
Labor Force
27,792
Employed
26,833
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
42.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
50.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.6
Work from Home
24.0%
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
177.6
100 = national avg
+77.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$78,162
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$184,746
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 Wheaton, IL is $119,566, which is 63.3% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $62,785. The poverty rate of 5.9% is lower than the IL state average of 12.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4574, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, compared to the state average of 5.6%. The labor force is 27,792. 42.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 24.0% working from home. About 61.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 177.6, which is 77.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 232.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $78,162 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$410,000
Median List Price
$439,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Days on Market
59
Active Inventory
57
Months of Supply
3.8
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$480,834
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,525
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
13.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
48.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
95.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
15
New Listings
36
Pending Sales
29
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$251
Median List $/SF
$244
Wheaton vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wheaton is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Wheaton, IL has a median home value of $447,700, making it the 3,728th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher median home value than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Wheaton, IL has a median rent of $1,731, making it the 2,775th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher median rent than 88% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Wheaton, IL has a price per square foot of $251, making it the 5,205th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher price per square foot than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Wheaton, IL has a rent burden of 17.4%, making it the 12,885th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Wheaton has a higher rent burden than 41% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$447,700
Median Rent
$1,731
Total Housing Units
20,695
Vacancy Rate
4.3%
Owner Occupied
72.6%
Renter Occupied
27.4%
Median Property Tax
$9,332
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,165
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$9,332
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.08%
of home value
Median Home Value
$447,700
Estimated Mean Tax
$9,862
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($9,332) by the median home value ($447,700). In Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, IL is $410,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 59 days on the market. 13.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.8 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $251. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,525/month. About 72.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1975. There are 20,695 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $9,332. The effective tax rate is 2.08%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.51
per 1,000 residents
-80% vs national
Property Crime Rate
5.41
per 1,000 residents
-69% vs national
Total Crimes
312
2024
Violent Clearance
37%
cases solved
Property Clearance
18%
cases solved
YoY Change
+17.2%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Wheaton Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Wheaton vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Wheaton 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)Wheaton police solve 67% of robbery cases but only 8% 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 | 14 | 0.27 | 14.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 3 | 0.06 | 66.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 9 | 0.17 | 55.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 49 | 0.93 | 32.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 224 | 4.25 | 15.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 12 | 0.23 | 8.3% |
Wheaton, IL reported 27 violent crimes and 285 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.51 per 1,000 residents is 80.3% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 37% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 224 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 44.4% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27 | 285 | 0.51 | 5.41 |
| 2023 | 23 | 242 | 0.44 | 4.60 |
| 2020 | 46 | 1,180 | 0.87 | 22.39 |
| 2019 | 44 | 611 | 0.83 | 11.49 |
| 2018 | 39 | 629 | 0.73 | 11.78 |
| 2017 | 38 | 493 | 0.71 | 9.22 |
| 2016 | 32 | 332 | 0.59 | 6.17 |
| 2015 | 23 | 388 | 0.43 | 7.21 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
97.6
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
15.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
71.8
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
16
Public Assistance
$73.7M
Individual Assistance
$31.4M
Most Common Type
Flood
4 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $65.1M | $6.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Flood | May 2013 | $1.7M | $14.0M |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Mar 2011 | $2.8M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2010 | — | $7.3M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2008 | $1.2M | $3.3M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Sep 2007 | $22K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $7K | — |
| Illinois Winter Snow Storms → | Snowstorm | Jan 2001 | $1.2M | — |
| Il-winter Storm 1/1/99 → | Snowstorm | Jan 1999 | $1.6M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Aug 1987 | — | — |
| Blizzards & Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1979 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 1976 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jun 1974 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Sep 1972 | — | — |
| Tornadoes → | Tornado | Apr 1967 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $79K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Unknown | — | — | $48K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Unknown | — | — | $15K |
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,575
Total Claims Paid
$55,072,307
Avg Claim Payout
$15,405
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
22
Federal Funding
$14,613,087
Properties Protected
29
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.12
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 12 | $4,281,774 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 4 | $2,752,200 |
| 401.1: Water and Sanitary Sewer System Protective Measures | 1 | $0 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $0 |
| 500.1: Flood Control - Floodwall | 1 | $915,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Wheaton has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are cold wave, tornado, strong wind. The area has had 16 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is flood (4 declarations). 3,575 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $73,661,714 in public assistance recovery funding. $31,404,026 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 22 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
28.2%
7.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
18.7%
4.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
8.5%
3.4pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.1%
5.5pp 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
34.8%
Arthritis
22.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.7%
Teeth Lost (65+)
6.7%
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
13.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
18.7%
Loneliness
31.8%
Lack of Support
21.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
21.0%
Mobility
9.4%
Cognitive
9.7%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
3.1%
Self-Care
2.3%
Independent Living
5.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Wheaton has an obesity rate of 28.2%, which is 7.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 18.7%, 4.8pp below the national average. About 5.1% of adults lack health insurance. 78.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.8 / 5
Nearest Hospital
2.7 mi
Northwestern Medicine Central ...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Medicine Central Dupage Hospital | 2.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Glenoaks | 4.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital | 5.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Edward Hospital | 6.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Linden Oaks At Edward | 6.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
4
Pop. Served
54,269
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| WHEATON | 53,970 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE ESTATES MHP | 158 | 0 |
| POLO DR AND SADDLE RD SUBDIVISION | 93 | 0 |
| SIX OAKS MHP | 48 | 0 |
There are 4 water systems serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-15% vs national
Drive Alone
61.5%
-22% vs national
Public Transit
4.6%
+410% vs national
Work From Home
24.0%
+158% vs national
Carpool
4.7%
Walk / Bike
3.9%
combined
How Wheaton's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
3-Year Avg
1
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 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 Wheaton, IL is 20 minutes, which is 15.0% below the national average of 23 minutes. 61.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 24.0% work from home, which is above the IL state average of 8.4%. Public transit is used by 4.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 4.7% of workers carpool. 3.3% walk to work. 0.6% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
95.3%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
88.4%
of households
No Internet
2.7%
of households
Total Households
19,808
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.3%
of households
Smartphone
94.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
92.5%
of households
Tablet
74.0%
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
-14% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.8¢
per kWh
-20% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$110
residential
-24% vs 50,000 - 100,000 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).
Wheaton vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). 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
4
Population Served
54,269
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHEATON | Community | Purchased surface water | 53,970 | 0 |
| COUNTRYSIDE ESTATES MHP | Community | Ground water | 158 | 0 |
| POLO DR AND SADDLE RD SUBDIVISION | Community | Ground water | 93 | 0 |
| SIX OAKS MHP | Community | Ground water | 48 | 0 |
95.3% of households in Wheaton have broadband internet access. 88.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 5.4% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.7% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 4 water systems, providing water to 54,269 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Wheaton is located in DuPage County, IL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Wheaton.
Election Overview
Source: DuPage County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
251,164
55.9%
GOP Votes
191,243
42.5%
Total Votes
449,660
Margin
D+13.3%
Shift from 2020
R+4.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 251,164 | 191,243 | 449,660 | 55.9% | 42.5% | D+13.3 |
| 2020 | 281,222 | 193,611 | 485,064 | 58.0% | 39.9% | D+18.1 |
| 2016 | 222,499 | 164,355 | 412,929 | 53.9% | 39.8% | D+14.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, DuPage County recorded 449,660 total votes. Democrats won the county with 55.9% of the vote compared to 42.5% for Republicans, a margin of D+13.3%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.7pp from the previous election.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
404
Total Assets
$1.9B
Total Income
$963.8M
Per 10K Residents
75.6
nonprofits
+20.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
68
Median Assets
$360K
Oldest Active
1939
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.6B of $1.9B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Wheaton
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFWheaton, IL has 404 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.9B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 78 organizations. 68 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 75.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1939.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
345
Total Approved
$91.6M
Jobs Supported
3,181
Per 10K Residents
64.5
SBA loans
-27.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
78
Top Lender
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association
81 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
290
Total Amount
$66.1M
Avg Loan
$227,844
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$47.7M(72%)
Jobs Supported
2,711
Loans
55
Total Amount
$25.5M
Avg Loan
$464,473
Median Loan
$332,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
70
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$35.2M
38% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$502,497
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brightstar Care of Central Dupage/wheaton | 2 | $5.0M |
| Japan 77 Steak House Inc. | 1 | $2.8M |
| Tommy's Express | 1 | $2.4M |
| Salon Damolaris Inc. | 2 | $2.3M |
| Kiddie's Play Group Vii, Llc | 1 | $2.2M |
| Phase 3 Restoration Llc | 1 | $2.1M |
| Kids Urgent Care Ltd | 1 | $2.0M |
| Hk Wheaton Llc | 1 | $1.9M |
| Aaa Painting Contractors Inc. | 1 | $1.9M |
| Sean Dranfield - Sole Proprietorship | 1 | $1.5M |
Wheaton, IL has received 345 SBA loans totaling $91.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 290 loans (84% of the total), supporting 2,711 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 55 loans totaling $25.5M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Wheaton is JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association with 81 loans. That works out to 64.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
32
Total Population
866,331
Avg Median Income
$116,829
Avg Home Value
$402,319
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60101 | 37,202 | $87,860 | $315,300 | $1,236 | 11.4 |
| 60103 | 41,825 | $131,552 | $353,300 | $1,851 | 18.4 |
| 60108 | 23,434 | $99,868 | $367,400 | $1,607 | 7.4 |
| 60126 | 47,759 | $143,333 | $527,600 | $1,890 | 11.2 |
| 60133 | 36,850 | $92,263 | $260,900 | $1,478 | 8.4 |
| 60137 | 38,754 | $131,695 | $490,800 | $1,321 | 11.0 |
| 60139 | 32,954 | $81,996 | $249,300 | $1,558 | 5.5 |
| 60143 | 11,798 | $112,247 | $386,600 | $1,775 | 7.0 |
| 60148 | 52,358 | $96,606 | $328,600 | $1,805 | 13.8 |
| 60157 | 2,377 | $118,333 | $512,500 | N/A | 1.6 |
| 60172 | 24,231 | $109,322 | $323,000 | $1,498 | 7.0 |
| 60181 | 30,247 | $90,375 | $294,700 | $1,619 | 6.5 |
| 60184 | 2,280 | $170,074 | $674,000 | $3,501 | 8.4 |
| 60185 | 33,711 | $105,063 | $313,600 | $1,400 | 30.9 |
| 60187 | 28,867 | $119,048 | $432,200 | $1,744 | 6.6 |
| 60188 | 42,087 | $107,560 | $311,600 | $1,465 | 10.1 |
| 60189 | 30,866 | $124,886 | $467,300 | $1,747 | 10.4 |
| 60190 | 11,931 | $146,775 | $367,800 | $1,462 | 4.9 |
| 60191 | 14,381 | $90,299 | $307,600 | $1,649 | 5.2 |
| 60502 | 23,242 | $150,421 | $389,100 | $1,953 | 11.2 |
| 60514 | 9,760 | $114,672 | $568,300 | $1,195 | 2.0 |
| 60515 | 29,045 | $121,358 | $453,300 | $1,563 | 11.8 |
| 60516 | 28,594 | $118,780 | $423,000 | $1,636 | 7.6 |
| 60517 | 33,173 | $96,357 | $342,000 | $1,507 | 9.3 |
| 60519 | 63 | $153,125 | $247,100 | N/A | 0.1 |
| 60523 | 10,012 | $114,418 | $733,300 | $776 | 8.9 |
| 60532 | 28,635 | $100,373 | $387,800 | $1,576 | 8.5 |
| 60540 | 42,660 | $155,866 | $504,900 | $1,982 | 13.2 |
| 60555 | 14,758 | $100,076 | $271,900 | $1,757 | 8.0 |
| 60559 | 24,404 | $87,474 | $356,400 | $1,491 | 4.7 |
| 60563 | 38,829 | $106,207 | $422,900 | $1,786 | 14.6 |
| 60565 | 39,244 | $160,238 | $490,100 | $1,764 | 12.9 |
Wheaton, IL has 32 ZIP codes with a combined population of 866,331. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $116,829. The average median home value is $402,319. The average median monthly rent is -$41,665,117.
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