Edgington, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Edgington, Illinois had a total population of 390, the 1006th largest community in Illinois, with a median household income of $91,964, which is 10% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
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%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Edgington Quick Facts
How Edgington 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 | 453 | 390 | -13.9% |
| Median household income | $97,594 | $91,964 | -5.8% |
| Median home value | $187,500 | $153,800 | -18.0% |
How Edgington 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+)
Edgington Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Rock Island County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moline | 42,197 | $67,701 | 15.5% | $146,300 |
| Rock Island | 36,151 | $59,041 | 21.0% | $125,900 |
| East Moline | 20,904 | $61,779 | 19.8% | $134,600 |
| Silvis | 7,955 | $62,375 | 15.4% | $161,600 |
| Milan | 5,034 | $62,597 | 12.3% | $119,300 |
| Coal Valley | 4,229 | $106,850 | 3.9% | $215,700 |
| Carbon Cliff | 2,151 | $55,536 | 19.1% | $134,600 |
| Hampton | 1,926 | $90,406 | 4.7% | $184,900 |
| Port Byron | 1,854 | $111,667 | 7.3% | $278,200 |
| Andalusia | 1,021 | $77,222 | 4.8% | $168,000 |
Cities Similar to Edgington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Center | 369 | $93,056 | $164,700 | 24.5% | 4.9% |
| Lisbon | 373 | $99,375 | $231,300 | 35.3% | 1.9% |
| Ruma | 394 | $75,000 | $125,600 | 11.2% | 4.6% |
| Liberty | 409 | $78,977 | $137,500 | 17.9% | 6.4% |
| Burlington | 425 | $84,219 | $296,200 | 26.5% | 10.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 390, Edgington'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
Edgington is a small community located in Illinois, within Rock Island County. The total population is 390. It ranks as the 1006th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Edgington is 29.6 years. This is 24% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 33.1% of the population under 18, Edgington has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Edgington is $91,964. This is 10% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 15% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $153,800. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Edgington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Edgington 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 93.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Edgington, 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 Edgington, Illinois?
Edgington, Illinois has a population of 390 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Edgington, IL?
The median household income in Edgington is $91,964, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Edgington, IL?
The poverty rate in Edgington is 13.6%. This means approximately 53 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Edgington, Illinois?
Edgington's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Edgington, IL?
The median home value in Edgington is $153,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Edgington, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Edgington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.