Macedonia, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Macedonia, Illinois had a total population of 31, the 1427th largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 32.3%.
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 (32.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 7.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Macedonia Quick Facts
How Macedonia 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 | 27 | 31 | +14.8% |
How Macedonia 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+)
Macedonia Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Frankfort | 7,118 | $47,898 | 29.0% | $81,200 |
| Benton | 6,863 | $54,123 | 17.7% | $87,200 |
| Christopher | 2,570 | $48,247 | 20.8% | $66,600 |
| Sesser | 2,023 | $52,604 | 19.6% | $82,300 |
| Zeigler | 1,267 | $41,553 | 16.2% | $57,300 |
| Royalton | 1,214 | $59,219 | 11.0% | $71,500 |
| North City | 715 | $53,977 | 5.5% | $114,100 |
| West City | 662 | $48,750 | 20.4% | $71,400 |
| Valier | 523 | $27,305 | 33.7% | $80,100 |
| Thompsonville | 500 | $46,058 | 18.0% | $84,500 |
Cities Similar to Macedonia
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fowler | 32 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Detroit | 30 | N/A | $74,000 | 0.0% | 16.7% |
| Riggston | 30 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 100.0% |
| Marcelline | 33 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Millersburg | 33 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 45.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 31, Macedonia'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
Macedonia is a small community located in Illinois, within Franklin County. The total population is 31. It ranks as the 1427th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Macedonia is 80.2 years. This is 106% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 9.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 51.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.3%. This is 173% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Macedonia, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 88.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Macedonia has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.8% vs 58.1%).
Education
7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 80% 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 50.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Macedonia, 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 Macedonia, Illinois?
Macedonia, Illinois has a population of 31 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Macedonia, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Macedonia — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Macedonia, IL?
The poverty rate in Macedonia is 32.3%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Macedonia, Illinois?
Macedonia's population is 96.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Macedonia, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Macedonia — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Macedonia, Illinois?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Macedonia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.