Detroit, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Detroit, Illinois had a total population of 30, the 1428th largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 16.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Detroit Quick Facts
How Detroit 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 | 31 | 30 | -3.2% |
| Median home value | $74,200 | $74,000 | -0.3% |
How Detroit 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+)
Detroit Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Pike County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 4,420 | $54,643 | 17.9% | $111,400 |
| Barry | 1,512 | $76,042 | 15.3% | $92,700 |
| Griggsville | 1,310 | $36,667 | 23.4% | $86,200 |
| Pleasant Hill | 970 | $49,904 | 17.8% | $78,200 |
| Hull | 413 | $60,863 | 19.7% | $96,900 |
| Nebo | 266 | $44,625 | 17.8% | $46,200 |
| Kinderhook | 249 | $60,536 | 16.6% | $70,800 |
| New Canton | 230 | $58,000 | 17.8% | $83,900 |
| Milton | 217 | $50,769 | 15.7% | $71,300 |
| Perry | 206 | $44,792 | 18.9% | $86,900 |
Cities Similar to Detroit
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riggston | 30 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Macedonia | 31 | N/A | N/A | 7.7% | 32.3% |
| Wenonah | 29 | $98,125 | $125,000 | 11.1% | 0.0% |
| Fowler | 32 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lorenzo | 28 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 30, Detroit'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
Detroit is a small community located in Illinois, within Pike County. The total population is 30. It ranks as the 1428th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Detroit is 57.4 years. This is 47% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 16.7%. This is 41% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Detroit, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $74,000. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $263,300. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Detroit was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
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 53.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Detroit, 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 Detroit, Illinois?
Detroit, Illinois has a population of 30 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Detroit, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Detroit — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Detroit, IL?
The poverty rate in Detroit is 16.7%. This means approximately 5 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Detroit, Illinois?
Detroit's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Detroit, IL?
The median home value in Detroit is $74,000.
How educated is Detroit, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Detroit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.