Ashton, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ashton, Illinois had a total population of 935, the 716th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $62,778, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.5%.
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 1.8x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.9% is notably above the national average.
Ashton Quick Facts
How Ashton 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 | 837 | 935 | +11.7% |
| Median household income | $61,389 | $62,778 | +2.3% |
| Median home value | $106,300 | $114,200 | +7.4% |
How Ashton 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+)
Ashton Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Lee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dixon | 14,910 | $59,406 | 17.8% | $120,800 |
| Amboy | 2,384 | $68,258 | 13.3% | $134,800 |
| Franklin Grove | 988 | $58,618 | 12.8% | $124,400 |
| Paw Paw | 932 | $65,156 | 8.3% | $153,900 |
| Sublette | 454 | $66,250 | 19.8% | $138,300 |
| Lee | 320 | $82,000 | 19.2% | $150,500 |
| Steward | 271 | $102,500 | 2.6% | $148,000 |
| Compton | 259 | $57,500 | 6.6% | $80,800 |
| West Brooklyn | 152 | $76,250 | 3.3% | $85,000 |
| Nelson | 125 | $39,250 | 21.6% | $86,300 |
Cities Similar to Ashton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paw Paw | 932 | $65,156 | $153,900 | 12.8% | 8.3% |
| Thomasboro | 918 | $64,038 | $111,800 | 15.3% | 13.2% |
| Greenview | 912 | $63,594 | $93,700 | 16.3% | 9.0% |
| Chebanse | 920 | $65,278 | $161,500 | 17.8% | 1.5% |
| Wyanet | 966 | $63,295 | $99,700 | 12.4% | 13.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 935, Ashton'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
Ashton is a small community located in Illinois, within Lee County. The total population is 935. It ranks as the 716th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ashton is 38.9 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ashton is $62,778. This is 25% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.5%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 9.9%. This is 69% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $114,200. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Ashton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ashton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.4% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.9%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
11.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ashton, 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 Ashton, Illinois?
Ashton, Illinois has a population of 935 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ashton, IL?
The median household income in Ashton is $62,778, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ashton, IL?
The poverty rate in Ashton is 14.5%. This means approximately 136 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ashton, Illinois?
Ashton's population is 85.4% White, 0.9% Black, 10.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ashton, IL?
The median home value in Ashton is $114,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Ashton, Illinois?
11.7% of adults (25+) in Ashton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.