Alsey, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alsey, Illinois had a total population of 258, the 1128th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $58,750, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 24.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.
Alsey Quick Facts
How Alsey Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 184 | 258 | +40.2% |
| Median household income | $48,750 | $58,750 | +20.5% |
| Median home value | $53,000 | $55,000 | +3.8% |
How Alsey Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Alsey Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Scott County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester | 1,498 | $48,250 | 21.2% | $93,900 |
| Bluffs | 531 | $69,250 | 4.7% | $73,600 |
| Manchester | 197 | $81,875 | 5.1% | $90,300 |
| Glasgow | 179 | $57,083 | 2.2% | $61,000 |
| Naples | 108 | $170,350 | 4.6% | $63,400 |
| Exeter | 106 | $61,250 | 14.1% | $95,000 |
| Merritt | 56 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Riggston | 30 | N/A | 100.0% | N/A |
| Oxville | 21 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Alsey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compton | 259 | $57,500 | $80,800 | 10.9% | 6.6% |
| Victoria | 254 | $59,375 | $85,000 | 16.0% | 5.9% |
| Montrose | 255 | $60,625 | $125,000 | 10.3% | 12.9% |
| Carman | 250 | N/A | N/A | 24.4% | 0.0% |
| Standard | 250 | $60,000 | $108,100 | 16.0% | 10.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 258, Alsey's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Alsey is a small community located in Illinois, within Scott County. The total population is 258. It ranks as the 1128th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Alsey is 32.0 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Alsey is $58,750. This is 30% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 24.8%. This is 110% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 1.1%. This is 81% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $55,000. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Alsey is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Alsey was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.2% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
12.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Alsey, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Alsey, Illinois?
Alsey, Illinois has a population of 258 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Alsey, IL?
The median household income in Alsey is $58,750, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Alsey, IL?
The poverty rate in Alsey is 24.8%. This means approximately 64 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Alsey, Illinois?
Alsey's population is 99.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Alsey, IL?
The median home value in Alsey is $55,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Alsey, Illinois?
12.1% of adults (25+) in Alsey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.