Bartelso, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bartelso, Illinois had a total population of 782, the 769th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $90,000, which is 8% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in Illinois.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Bartelso Quick Facts
How Bartelso 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 | 768 | 782 | +1.8% |
| Median household income | $93,929 | $90,000 | -4.2% |
| Median home value | $192,000 | $209,700 | +9.2% |
How Bartelso 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+)
Bartelso Rankings in Illinois
Explore Illinois Rankings
Other Cities in Clinton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breese | 4,301 | $85,222 | 4.2% | $229,600 |
| Carlyle | 2,980 | $77,273 | 7.9% | $155,000 |
| Trenton | 2,664 | $80,795 | 12.4% | $178,200 |
| Aviston | 2,387 | $117,875 | 4.1% | $244,800 |
| Germantown | 1,350 | $92,083 | 5.4% | $192,500 |
| Albers | 1,280 | $109,583 | 7.2% | $210,200 |
| Beckemeyer | 993 | $63,603 | 5.4% | $121,300 |
| Keyesport | 635 | $46,500 | 26.2% | $72,500 |
| Hoffman | 607 | $66,667 | 5.6% | $106,700 |
| St. Rose | 593 | $115,000 | 8.1% | $206,000 |
Cities Similar to Bartelso
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irvington | 774 | $80,219 | $91,700 | 16.0% | 4.7% |
| Oak Run | 800 | $100,417 | $298,300 | 40.5% | 3.3% |
| Willow Lake | 764 | $100,568 | $162,200 | 22.7% | 6.4% |
| Tonica | 717 | $90,000 | $126,300 | 23.7% | 8.9% |
| Mechanicsburg | 728 | $93,125 | $188,800 | 21.9% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 782, Bartelso'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
Bartelso is a small community located in Illinois, within Clinton County. The total population is 782. It ranks as the 769th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bartelso is 48.2 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bartelso is $90,000. This is 8% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 64% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 89% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $209,700. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Bartelso is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Bartelso was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.7% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
24.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bartelso, 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.
Free data download: Get all Illinois city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bartelso, Illinois?
Bartelso, Illinois has a population of 782 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bartelso, IL?
The median household income in Bartelso is $90,000, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bartelso, IL?
The poverty rate in Bartelso is 4.2%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bartelso, Illinois?
Bartelso's population is 99.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bartelso, IL?
The median home value in Bartelso is $209,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Bartelso, Illinois?
24.2% of adults (25+) in Bartelso hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.