East Lynn, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Lynn, Illinois had a total population of 373, the 1017th largest community in Illinois, with a median household income of $243,544, which is 192% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 192% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Illinois.
- Only 5.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
East Lynn Quick Facts
How East Lynn 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 | 394 | 373 | -5.3% |
| Median household income | $238,281 | $243,544 | +2.2% |
How East Lynn Compares
Median Household Income
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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+)
East Lynn Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Vermilion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danville | 28,595 | $45,957 | 24.5% | $79,000 |
| Hoopeston | 5,034 | $60,861 | 15.6% | $78,100 |
| Westville | 3,419 | $54,912 | 18.6% | $100,000 |
| Georgetown | 3,069 | $58,182 | 17.3% | $71,800 |
| Tilton | 2,453 | $55,697 | 17.3% | $70,400 |
| Catlin | 2,160 | $72,277 | 3.9% | $124,700 |
| Oakwood | 1,380 | $46,293 | 24.8% | $103,000 |
| Rossville | 1,332 | $62,417 | 10.4% | $92,200 |
| Ridge Farm | 827 | $50,313 | 10.2% | $73,200 |
| Potomac | 605 | $53,194 | 7.6% | $95,500 |
Cities Similar to East Lynn
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Lakes | 301 | N/A | $54,300 | 3.3% | 24.3% |
| Rock Island Arsenal | 470 | N/A | N/A | 23.8% | 0.0% |
| Olive Branch | 499 | N/A | $61,500 | 3.0% | 30.1% |
| Crab Orchard | 394 | $148,906 | N/A | 28.5% | 5.6% |
| Taylor Ridge | 276 | N/A | $181,100 | 26.3% | 6.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 373, East Lynn'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
East Lynn is a small community located in Illinois, within Vermilion County. The total population is 373. It ranks as the 1017th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Lynn is 14.9 years. This is 62% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 52.0% of the population under 18, East Lynn has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Lynn is $243,544. This is 192% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 202% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in East Lynn. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in East Lynn, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in East Lynn 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
5.0% 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. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Lynn, 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 East Lynn, Illinois?
East Lynn, Illinois has a population of 373 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Lynn, IL?
The median household income in East Lynn is $243,544, which is 202% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Lynn, IL?
The ACS sample for East Lynn recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of East Lynn, Illinois?
East Lynn's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Lynn, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for East Lynn — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is East Lynn, Illinois?
5.0% of adults (25+) in East Lynn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.