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Ciciero, IL Community Profile

Cicero is a large and old municipality in Illinois, composed of eight neighborhoods. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 85,268 people, with a population density of 14,538.45 inhabitants per square mile. The racial makeup of the town was 19.22% White, 3.72% African American, 4.26% Native American, 0.59% Asian, 46.86% from other races, and 25.30% from two or more races.

Projected 2030 Population for Cicero, IL

Based on the Trend Extrapolation, population for 2030 is estimated to be at 91,340. The figure portrays a ‘optimistic’ picture in terms of population growth. There has also been a significant increase in population percentages for the early 20s to early-mid 30s age bracket and those in their late 50s. Additionally, there is possible growth in job opportunities.

Cicero has lower employment percentages in health care sector and higher in admin./support/waste management and remediation services compared to Illinois. The town’s median household income is $53,726 (2020 dollars) or $57,495 (2021 inflation adjusted) and is less economically strong than nearby communities like Berwyn and Oak Park.

Cicero has good public transit services with two Pink Line stations and one Metra commuter rail station. The bus network is well-connected with high ridership on bus stops along Cermak Road and Cicero Avenue. There is also high demand for vehicles despite the availability of public transit.