The 2010 census reported that the population of Monee City, Illinois, was 5,124. This number is projected to decrease by 0.04% annually, and has decreased by -0.08% since the 2010 census. The average household income is $87,375. The poverty rate is 7.50%. The median house value is $181200. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, with males slightly older than females.
The city is located within the metropolitan area of Melbourne and encompasses the suburbs of Moonee Valley. It is approximately three and a half kilometers northwest of the Melbourne city center. The city includes the suburbs of Avondale Heights, Keilor East, and Moonee Valley. Its population is approximately 107,090. The city is surrounded by two large lakes, one of which is Moonee River.
The Moonee Valley is a mostly residential area covering 43 square kilometers. There are over 118,000 people living in the city. The area has a variety of landscapes. There are 220 open space reserves within the city, covering 528 hectares. These open spaces feature formal gardens and sports facilities. The Moonee Valley community is very active, with over a thousand events and activities held each year.
The suburb's central area, called Moonee Ponds Junction, serves as a hub for public transportation. Trams and buses serve the area's eastern and western sections. There is a main shopping street, Puckle Street, which has many small stores. The western end of Puckle Street is home to the Moonee Ponds train station. The suburb also is home to the Moonee Valley Racecourse, one of Melbourne's four horse racing tracks.