Biggsville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Biggsville, Illinois had a total population of 294, the 1088th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $86,250, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
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 1.0x.
Biggsville Quick Facts
How Biggsville 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 | 298 | 294 | -1.3% |
| Median household income | $75,417 | $86,250 | +14.4% |
| Median home value | $83,600 | $83,500 | -0.1% |
How Biggsville 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+)
Biggsville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Henderson County
Cities Similar to Biggsville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal | 292 | $86,250 | $161,200 | 22.2% | 2.7% |
| Royal Lakes | 301 | N/A | $54,300 | 3.3% | 24.3% |
| Troy Grove | 300 | $83,917 | $200,800 | 30.1% | 47.3% |
| Kangley | 302 | $88,125 | $96,100 | 16.4% | 8.0% |
| Secor | 300 | $83,125 | $113,000 | 13.9% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 294, Biggsville'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
Biggsville is a small community located in Illinois, within Henderson County. The total population is 294. It ranks as the 1088th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Biggsville is 44.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 11.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Biggsville is $86,250. This is 3% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 7% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $83,500. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Biggsville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Biggsville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.9% vs 58.1%). The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Biggsville, 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 Biggsville, Illinois?
Biggsville, Illinois has a population of 294 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Biggsville, IL?
The median household income in Biggsville is $86,250, which is 7% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Biggsville, IL?
The poverty rate in Biggsville is 10.9%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Biggsville, Illinois?
Biggsville's population is 94.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Biggsville, IL?
The median home value in Biggsville is $83,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.
How educated is Biggsville, Illinois?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Biggsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.