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Joliet is home to an estimated 151,837 residents (U.S. Census Bureau, July 2024), making it the #179 largest city in the United States. The city is located in Will and Kendall counties, Illinois, and has grown about 1.0% since the 2020 census (150,362). Recordwell checks available information and open public web pages to help you find anyone in Joliet in seconds.

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Joliet by the numbers

Population (July 2024 est.)151,837
2020 census150,362
Change 2020–2024+1.0%
Land area64.5 sq mi
Population density2,331 / sq mi
CountyWill and Kendall counties
U.S. population rank#179

record: U.S. Census Bureau — 2024 population estimates, 2020 decennial census (land area & density).

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The U.S. Census Bureau estimates 151,837 residents as of July 2024, up from 150,362 at the 2020 census.

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