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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Census Bureau reports Cook County population was 5,169,517 in 2020

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Cook County had a population of 5,169,517 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Chicago City Wire.

The median age was 37, with 51.5 percent of the total population being female and 48.5 percent male.

The state's total population in 2020 was 12,716,164.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Cook County population by sex

Estimated NumberPercent of total population
Male2,509,68648.5
Female2,659,83151.5
Total Population5,169,517100

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