Energy, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Energy, Illinois had a total population of 1,050, the 686th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $65,357, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
Energy Quick Facts
How Energy 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 | 1,171 | 1,050 | -10.3% |
| Median household income | $70,417 | $65,357 | -7.2% |
| Median home value | $138,500 | $151,800 | +9.6% |
How Energy 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+)
Energy Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Williamson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | 22,158 | $32,128 | 37.4% | $127,900 |
| Marion | 16,836 | $56,912 | 13.3% | $158,300 |
| Herrin | 12,226 | $59,975 | 14.5% | $113,300 |
| Carterville | 5,818 | $62,337 | 10.9% | $197,100 |
| Johnston City | 3,327 | $42,465 | 17.8% | $88,100 |
| Crainville | 1,641 | $65,461 | 10.2% | $185,300 |
| Cambria | 1,300 | $57,756 | 18.5% | $143,800 |
| Hurst | 700 | $36,635 | 31.4% | $68,600 |
| Pittsburg | 682 | $53,203 | 17.9% | $129,200 |
| Stonefort | 422 | $56,477 | 11.6% | $65,700 |
Cities Similar to Energy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macon | 1,047 | $68,750 | $108,600 | 10.2% | 7.3% |
| Raymond | 1,030 | $66,591 | $108,200 | 21.0% | 23.2% |
| Orangeville | 1,045 | $69,464 | $152,700 | 19.2% | 10.8% |
| Colfax | 1,054 | $70,625 | $136,300 | 23.3% | 14.4% |
| Beckemeyer | 993 | $63,603 | $121,300 | 9.6% | 5.4% |
Population Overview
Energy is a small community located in Illinois, within Williamson County. The total population is 1,050. It ranks as the 686th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Energy is 48.5 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 13.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Energy is $65,357. This is 22% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $151,800. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Energy is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Energy is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 18.8%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 93.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Energy, 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 Energy, Illinois?
Energy, Illinois has a population of 1,050 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Energy, IL?
The median household income in Energy is $65,357, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Energy, IL?
The poverty rate in Energy is 15.2%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Energy, Illinois?
Energy's population is 80.5% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Energy, IL?
The median home value in Energy is $151,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Energy, Illinois?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Energy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.