Creston, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Creston, Illinois had a total population of 550, the 903rd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $66,667, which is 20% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Creston Quick Facts
How Creston 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 | 547 | 550 | +0.5% |
| Median household income | $67,212 | $66,667 | -0.8% |
| Median home value | $162,000 | $167,400 | +3.3% |
How Creston 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+)
Creston Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Ogle County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochelle | 9,529 | $66,307 | 7.9% | $164,300 |
| Oregon | 3,851 | $71,841 | 14.8% | $142,600 |
| Byron | 3,743 | $78,852 | 10.5% | $198,700 |
| Davis Junction | 2,757 | $107,833 | 8.6% | $205,500 |
| Mount Morris | 2,726 | $45,726 | 13.8% | $121,800 |
| Polo | 2,495 | $63,080 | 20.5% | $109,600 |
| Hillcrest | 1,824 | $80,568 | 9.6% | $164,200 |
| Forreston | 1,360 | $70,676 | 5.7% | $129,900 |
| Stillman Valley | 1,260 | $87,833 | 8.6% | $175,800 |
| Lost Nation | 714 | $108,964 | 4.3% | $236,300 |
Cities Similar to Creston
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowen | 552 | $63,750 | $80,700 | 15.8% | 10.9% |
| Como | 535 | $63,750 | $175,700 | 10.3% | 20.6% |
| Bluffs | 531 | $69,250 | $73,600 | 18.0% | 4.7% |
| Norwood | 532 | $69,583 | $97,000 | 5.6% | 13.7% |
| Fairmount | 555 | $60,500 | $87,600 | 13.6% | 13.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 550, Creston'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
Creston is a small community located in Illinois, within Ogle County. The total population is 550. It ranks as the 903rd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Creston is 32.6 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Creston is $66,667. This is 20% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $167,400. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Creston is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 63.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Creston is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.4%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.
Education
31.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 18% 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 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Creston, 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 Creston, Illinois?
Creston, Illinois has a population of 550 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Creston, IL?
The median household income in Creston is $66,667, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Creston, IL?
The poverty rate in Creston is 9.1%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Creston, Illinois?
Creston's population is 72.4% White, 2.5% Black, 20.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Creston, IL?
The median home value in Creston is $167,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Creston, Illinois?
31.1% of adults (25+) in Creston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.