Assumption, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Assumption, Illinois had a total population of 1,205, the 648th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $57,500, which is 31% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 31% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.2% is notably above the national average.
Assumption Quick Facts
How Assumption 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 | 1,117 | 1,205 | +7.9% |
| Median household income | $55,764 | $57,500 | +3.1% |
| Median home value | $72,100 | $89,700 | +24.4% |
How Assumption 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+)
Assumption Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Christian County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorville | 10,646 | $57,552 | 12.4% | $104,100 |
| Pana | 5,217 | $46,168 | 13.4% | $77,900 |
| Moweaqua | 1,915 | $69,625 | 3.4% | $114,500 |
| Kincaid | 1,278 | $64,821 | 15.5% | $88,100 |
| Edinburg | 1,195 | $89,886 | 10.3% | $117,100 |
| Morrisonville | 926 | $71,597 | 17.1% | $95,800 |
| Stonington | 655 | $65,972 | 10.6% | $106,100 |
| Tovey | 629 | $89,000 | 5.3% | $79,100 |
| Owaneco | 613 | $65,313 | 17.5% | $101,700 |
| Mount Auburn | 399 | $43,333 | 16.8% | $84,800 |
Cities Similar to Assumption
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrisman | 1,214 | $58,462 | $79,400 | 20.6% | 17.9% |
| Toledo | 1,197 | $56,354 | $86,100 | 17.1% | 18.1% |
| Royalton | 1,214 | $59,219 | $71,500 | 19.6% | 11.0% |
| Milledgeville | 1,218 | $59,417 | $94,200 | 19.3% | 11.3% |
| Marissa | 1,232 | $54,814 | $99,500 | 12.3% | 12.8% |
Population Overview
Assumption is a small community located in Illinois, within Christian County. The total population is 1,205. It ranks as the 648th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Assumption is 37.2 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Assumption is $57,500. This is 31% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 29% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 9.2%. This is 57% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $89,700. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Assumption is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Assumption has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.3%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.3% vs 58.1%). The Black or African American population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
16.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Assumption, 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 Assumption, Illinois?
Assumption, Illinois has a population of 1,205 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Assumption, IL?
The median household income in Assumption is $57,500, which is 29% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Assumption, IL?
The poverty rate in Assumption is 11.7%. This means approximately 140 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Assumption, Illinois?
Assumption's population is 88.3% White, 3.3% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Assumption, IL?
The median home value in Assumption is $89,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Assumption, Illinois?
16.6% of adults (25+) in Assumption hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.