Livingston County, Illinois Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Livingston County is located in Illinois with a total population of 35,659. It is the 39th most populous county out of 102 in Illinois. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Livingston County is 41.9 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Livingston County is $70,796. This is 13% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 10% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.1%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $131,500. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Livingston County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Livingston County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.2% vs 58.8%). The Black or African American population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 18.5%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

18.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.3%.