Almost 2.75 million people called Chicago home in 2025, according to the latest census numbers. That’s a decrease of 16,748 residents since April 1, 2020, but an increase of 5,253 people since 2024.

Populations are growing at a faster rate in the southeastern United States, according to new data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday. The new data covers population changes from July 1, ...