Eddyville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eddyville, Illinois had a total population of 64, the 1382nd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $28,864, which is 65% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 65% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Eddyville Quick Facts
How Eddyville 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 | 48 | 64 | +33.3% |
| Median household income | $60,938 | $28,864 | -52.6% |
How Eddyville Compares
Median Household Income
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Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Eddyville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Pope County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golconda | 691 | $41,875 | 28.3% | $69,300 |
Cities Similar to Eddyville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pearl | 64 | N/A | $58,600 | 0.0% | 12.5% |
| Swedona | 64 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Bingham | 63 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 57.1% |
| Muddy | 67 | N/A | N/A | 18.4% | 29.0% |
| Rockport | 67 | N/A | $54,400 | 5.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 64, Eddyville'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
Eddyville is a small community located in Illinois, within Pope County. The total population is 64. It ranks as the 1382nd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Eddyville is 63.5 years. This is 63% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Eddyville is $28,864. This is 65% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 64% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Eddyville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 20.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 70% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Eddyville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%.
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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Eddyville, 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 Eddyville, Illinois?
Eddyville, Illinois has a population of 64 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Eddyville, IL?
The median household income in Eddyville is $28,864, which is 64% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Eddyville, IL?
The poverty rate in Eddyville is 6.3%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Eddyville, Illinois?
Eddyville's population is 76.6% White, 0.0% Black, 14.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Eddyville, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Eddyville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Eddyville, Illinois?
11.4% of adults (25+) in Eddyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.