Downers Grove Population 2026
Downers Grove has a population of 49,732, making it the #880 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 177× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,732
Rank in United States
#880
Coordinates
41.81°N, 88.01°W
~226 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
984 km
611 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Downers Grove
- Lombard43,797 people · ~8 km away
- Wheaton53,715 people · ~10 km away
- Naperville147,100 people · ~12 km away
- Elmhurst45,957 people · ~12 km away
- Bolingbrook74,306 people · ~13 km away
- Romeoville39,719 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Downers Grove?
Downers Grove has a population of 49,732 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #880 biggest city in United States.
What state is Downers Grove in?
Downers Grove is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Downers Grove the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 984 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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