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Illinois District 1

Congressional District in IL • 3 Counties

Illinois's 1st congressional district is represented by Jonathan Jackson, a Democratic U.S. representative. Jackson won the 2024 general election with 65.8% of the vote. The district has 739,958 residents, a median household income of $71,465 and a median age of 39.9, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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Jonathan Jackson

Representative for Illinois District 1
Democratic3 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

739,958

Total Population

$71,465

Median Household Income

39.9

Median Age

18.5%

College Educated

15.7%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

38.1% Whi
47.8% Bla
10.5% His
2.2% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 39.9 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

Median household income: $71,465 | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

Jonathan Jackson Democratic65.8%
Marcus Lewis Republican34.1%
Hilary Myrick-Winston Other0.0%

Jonathan Jackson won by 31.7%

316,507 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

Civilian employed population 16+ | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

Jonathan Jackson

Major Counties

Cook, Will, Kankakee

Major Cities

Chicago, New Lenox, Homer Glen

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Illinois District 1?
Jonathan Jackson (Democrat) currently represents Illinois District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Illinois District 1?
Illinois District 1 includes 3 counties: Cook, Will, Kankakee.
What are the major cities in Illinois District 1?
The major cities in this district include Chicago, New Lenox, Homer Glen.
What is the population of Illinois District 1?
Illinois District 1 has a population of approximately 739,958 residents.