Bingham, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bingham, Illinois had a total population of 63, the 1385th largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 57.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (57.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Bingham Quick Facts
How Bingham 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 | 78 | 63 | -19.2% |
How Bingham 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bingham Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Fayette County
Cities Similar to Bingham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eddyville | 64 | $28,864 | N/A | 11.4% | 6.3% |
| Pearl | 64 | N/A | $58,600 | 0.0% | 12.5% |
| Swedona | 64 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Maeystown | 65 | $98,750 | $159,700 | 13.2% | 20.0% |
| Yale | 66 | $37,917 | $67,900 | 0.0% | 54.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 63, Bingham'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
Bingham is a small community located in Illinois, within Fayette County. The total population is 63. It ranks as the 1385th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bingham is 13.4 years. This is 66% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 55.6% of the population under 18, Bingham has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 57.1%. This is 384% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Bingham, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bingham is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 34.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (34.9% vs 18.8%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bingham, 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 Bingham, Illinois?
Bingham, Illinois has a population of 63 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bingham, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Bingham — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bingham, IL?
The poverty rate in Bingham is 57.1%. This means approximately 36 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bingham, Illinois?
Bingham's population is 58.7% White, 0.0% Black, 34.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bingham, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bingham — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bingham, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Bingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.