La Clede, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Clede, Illinois had a total population of 135, the 1285th largest community in Illinois, with a median household income of $43,641, which is 48% lower 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 48% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- 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 1.4x.
La Clede Quick Facts
How La Clede 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 | 151 | 135 | -10.6% |
| Median household income | $40,991 | $43,641 | +6.5% |
| Median home value | $62,800 | $63,000 | +0.3% |
How La Clede 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
La Clede Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Fayette County
Cities Similar to La Clede
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Erie | 135 | N/A | $94,300 | 14.5% | 30.5% |
| Burtons Bridge | 134 | N/A | $244,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Westervelt | 134 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Kingston | 132 | N/A | N/A | 14.3% | 82.6% |
| Eagle Lake | 131 | N/A | N/A | 26.7% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 135, La Clede'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
La Clede is a small community located in Illinois, within Fayette County. The total population is 135. It ranks as the 1285th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Clede is 28.7 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, La Clede has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in La Clede is $43,641. This is 48% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in La Clede. 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 La Clede, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $63,000. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, La Clede is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
La Clede is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population.
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 58.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Clede, 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 La Clede, Illinois?
La Clede, Illinois has a population of 135 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Clede, IL?
The median household income in La Clede is $43,641, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Clede, IL?
The ACS sample for La Clede 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 La Clede, Illinois?
La Clede's population is 41.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Clede, IL?
The median home value in La Clede is $63,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is La Clede, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in La Clede hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.