Liverpool, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Liverpool, Illinois had a total population of 70, the 1375th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $62,692, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Liverpool Quick Facts
How Liverpool 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 | 70 | -20.5% |
| Median household income | $45,000 | $62,692 | +39.3% |
How Liverpool 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+)
Liverpool Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Fulton County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton | 13,144 | $53,254 | 15.2% | $107,100 |
| Lewistown | 1,781 | $54,000 | 11.5% | $102,200 |
| Cuba | 1,004 | $42,375 | 22.7% | $63,900 |
| Astoria | 984 | $50,536 | 15.2% | $67,600 |
| Vermont | 698 | $48,846 | 19.6% | $57,000 |
| Avon | 694 | $50,000 | 23.1% | $62,200 |
| Ipava | 487 | $48,698 | 22.6% | $66,300 |
| St. David | 383 | $54,583 | 16.1% | $65,400 |
| Fairview | 324 | $58,125 | 9.6% | $91,400 |
| Dunfermline | 314 | $70,833 | 11.8% | $119,300 |
Cities Similar to Liverpool
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vernon | 69 | $60,313 | $57,000 | 12.2% | 23.2% |
| Illinois City | 73 | N/A | N/A | 37.5% | 0.0% |
| Muddy | 67 | N/A | N/A | 18.4% | 29.0% |
| Rockport | 67 | N/A | $54,400 | 5.1% | 0.0% |
| Pearl | 64 | N/A | $58,600 | 0.0% | 12.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 70, Liverpool'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
Liverpool is a small community located in Illinois, within Fulton County. The total population is 70. It ranks as the 1375th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Liverpool is 46.3 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 11.4% 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 Liverpool is $62,692. This is 25% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Liverpool has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.7% vs 58.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 83.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Liverpool, 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 Liverpool, Illinois?
Liverpool, Illinois has a population of 70 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Liverpool, IL?
The median household income in Liverpool is $62,692, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Liverpool, IL?
The poverty rate in Liverpool is 18.5%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Liverpool, Illinois?
Liverpool's population is 95.7% White, 0.0% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Liverpool, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Liverpool — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Liverpool, Illinois?
8.9% of adults (25+) in Liverpool hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.