Illinois Cities Guide

Illinois has 1,259 cities and is home to major U.S. metros, including Chicago IL, Rockford IL, and Springfield IL. There is a strong demand for Illinois real estate.

Top 10 City Markets in Illinois

  • Chicago, IL #1 in Top City Market

    • 854,909
      Property Count
    • 2,173
      Street Count
  • Rockford, IL #2 in Top City Market

    • 71,180
      Property Count
    • 2,552
      Street Count
  • Springfield, IL #3 in Top City Market

    • 61,638
      Property Count
    • 1,936
      Street Count
  • Aurora, IL #4 in Top City Market

    • 56,114
      Property Count
    • 1,681
      Street Count
  • Naperville, IL #5 in Top City Market

    • 54,933
      Property Count
    • 2,261
      Street Count
  • Peoria, IL #6 in Top City Market

    • 49,080
      Property Count
    • 1,658
      Street Count
  • Joliet, IL #7 in Top City Market

    • 43,865
      Property Count
    • 1,432
      Street Count
  • Elgin, IL #8 in Top City Market

    • 39,318
      Property Count
    • 1,420
      Street Count
  • Decatur, IL #9 in Top City Market

    • 37,697
      Property Count
    • 1,314
      Street Count
  • Plainfield, IL #10 in Top City Market

    • 35,045
      Property Count
    • 1,476
      Street Count

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