Dana, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dana, Illinois had a total population of 152, the 1264th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $62,500, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.1% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Unemployment rate of 33.9% is notably above the national average.
Dana Quick Facts
How Dana 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 | 166 | 152 | -8.4% |
| Median household income | $55,833 | $62,500 | +11.9% |
| Median home value | $83,000 | $85,000 | +2.4% |
How Dana 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+)
Dana Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in LaSalle County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | 18,447 | $71,413 | 17.3% | $154,000 |
| Streator | 12,330 | $57,609 | 20.3% | $94,700 |
| Peru | 9,775 | $74,808 | 9.0% | $154,300 |
| LaSalle | 9,498 | $57,732 | 18.8% | $113,500 |
| Mendota | 6,994 | $51,632 | 14.1% | $134,100 |
| Lake Holiday | 5,641 | $107,875 | 2.9% | $256,400 |
| Marseilles | 4,279 | $58,217 | 21.5% | $142,500 |
| Oglesby | 3,570 | $76,189 | 9.6% | $139,700 |
| Sheridan | 2,519 | $85,250 | 10.9% | $186,400 |
| Seneca | 2,450 | $86,830 | 22.2% | $227,500 |
Cities Similar to Dana
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Grand Chain | 151 | N/A | $63,300 | 6.9% | 19.9% |
| Hettick | 153 | $65,000 | $142,500 | 12.3% | 7.8% |
| Smithfield | 150 | $65,000 | $58,800 | 22.1% | 4.0% |
| Holcomb | 152 | $68,125 | $130,600 | 14.6% | 21.7% |
| Paloma | 161 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 152, Dana'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
Dana is a small community located in Illinois, within LaSalle County. The total population is 152. It ranks as the 1264th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dana is 34.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dana is $62,500. This is 25% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 33.9%. This is 480% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $85,000. Housing costs are 68% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Dana is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Dana is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.1%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
5.1% 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. This is 87% 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 89.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dana, 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 Dana, Illinois?
Dana, Illinois has a population of 152 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dana, IL?
The median household income in Dana is $62,500, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dana, IL?
The poverty rate in Dana is 9.9%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dana, Illinois?
Dana's population is 80.3% White, 0.0% Black, 17.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dana, IL?
The median home value in Dana is $85,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Dana, Illinois?
5.1% of adults (25+) in Dana hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.