Illinois Race & Ethnicity Demographics (2024)
Racial distribution and diversity statistics for Illinois
Illinois Diversity Indicators (2024)
Total Population
12,694,798
Diversity Score
60.5
Diversity Tier
High
Largest Group
White (Non-Hispanic)
58.1%%
Illinois Racial & Ethnic Breakdown
Illinois Historical Diversity Trend (2010–2024)
Since 2010, the diversity index of Illinois has increased significantly.
Illinois Population by Race & Ethnicity
| Race / Ethnicity | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White (Non-Hispanic) | 7,370,665 | 58.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2,387,049 | 18.8% |
| Black / African American | 1,693,169 | 13.3% |
| Asian | 754,004 | 5.9% |
| Two or More Races | 430,025 | 3.4% |
| Other Race | 47,368 | 0.4% |
| Native American | 9,555 | 0.1% |
| Pacific Islander | 2,963 | 0.0% |
Diversity & Demographics FAQs for Illinois
The largest racial or ethnic group in Illinois is White (Non-Hispanic), which makes up 58.1% of the total population.
Since 2010, the diversity index for Illinois has increased significantly. The area currently has a diversity score of 60.5/100, which is considered a High level of diversity.