Campus, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Campus, Illinois had a total population of 172, the 1237th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $111,406, which is 34% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Illinois.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Campus Quick Facts
How Campus 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 | 155 | 172 | +11.0% |
| Median household income | $100,000 | $111,406 | +11.4% |
| Median home value | $125,000 | $152,200 | +21.8% |
How Campus 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+)
Campus Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Livingston County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac | 11,294 | $61,279 | 13.1% | $116,300 |
| Fairbury | 3,713 | $70,962 | 2.1% | $162,200 |
| Chatsworth | 1,172 | $69,559 | 16.8% | $103,200 |
| Forrest | 994 | $73,426 | 10.0% | $113,000 |
| Odell | 890 | $83,558 | 9.6% | $121,000 |
| Flanagan | 849 | $62,083 | 12.8% | $108,900 |
| Cullom | 471 | $65,417 | 11.7% | $100,800 |
| Cornell | 389 | $68,750 | 22.5% | $92,200 |
| Saunemin | 352 | $56,250 | 10.8% | $94,600 |
| Long Point | 245 | $66,250 | 9.0% | $91,500 |
Cities Similar to Campus
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaPlace | 170 | N/A | $86,800 | 13.6% | 35.3% |
| Serena | 182 | N/A | N/A | 14.5% | 23.1% |
| Paloma | 161 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| White Heath | 163 | $98,409 | $168,500 | 12.3% | 14.1% |
| Dorchester | 182 | $127,500 | $153,800 | 10.4% | 0.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 172, Campus'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
Campus is a small community located in Illinois, within Livingston County. The total population is 172. It ranks as the 1237th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Campus is 31.3 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Campus is $111,406. This is 34% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 38% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Campus, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $152,200. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Campus is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Campus has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.7% vs 58.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
11.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% 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 97.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Campus, 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 Campus, Illinois?
Campus, Illinois has a population of 172 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Campus, IL?
The median household income in Campus is $111,406, which is 38% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Campus, IL?
The poverty rate in Campus is 7.6%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Campus, Illinois?
Campus's population is 90.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Campus, IL?
The median home value in Campus is $152,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Campus, Illinois?
11.4% of adults (25+) in Campus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.