Gulfport, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gulfport, Illinois had a total population of 92, the 1343rd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 42.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (42.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 18.2% is notably above the national average.
Gulfport Quick Facts
How Gulfport 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 | 88 | 92 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $62,500 | $60,000 | -4.0% |
How Gulfport Compares
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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
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Gulfport Rankings in Illinois
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Cities Similar to Gulfport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake City | 92 | N/A | N/A | 10.9% | 0.0% |
| St. Augustine | 92 | N/A | $49,000 | 4.8% | 23.9% |
| Dewey | 89 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Stoy | 90 | $61,875 | $79,000 | 10.0% | 5.6% |
| Marley | 96 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 92, Gulfport'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
Gulfport is a small community located in Illinois. The total population is 92. It ranks as the 1343rd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gulfport is 49.5 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 10.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gulfport is $60,000. This is 28% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 42.4%. This is 259% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 18.2%. This is 211% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Gulfport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.1% vs 58.1%).
Education
12.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 90.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gulfport, 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 Gulfport, Illinois?
Gulfport, Illinois has a population of 92 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gulfport, IL?
The median household income in Gulfport is $60,000, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gulfport, IL?
The poverty rate in Gulfport is 42.4%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gulfport, Illinois?
Gulfport's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gulfport, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Gulfport — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Gulfport, Illinois?
12.0% of adults (25+) in Gulfport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.