Media, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Media, Illinois had a total population of 153, the 1262nd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $76,607, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
Media Quick Facts
How Media 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 | 99 | 153 | +54.5% |
| Median household income | $65,833 | $76,607 | +16.4% |
| Median home value | $81,000 | $89,500 | +10.5% |
How Media 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+)
Media Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Henderson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oquawka | 1,059 | $53,929 | 15.9% | $92,000 |
| Stronghurst | 949 | $59,375 | 14.9% | $124,600 |
| Lomax | 318 | $51,875 | 11.0% | $79,000 |
| Biggsville | 294 | $86,250 | 10.9% | $83,500 |
| Carman | 250 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
| Gladstone | 237 | $50,000 | 10.1% | $59,400 |
| Raritan | 134 | $68,750 | 14.2% | $87,500 |
Cities Similar to Media
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Brooklyn | 152 | $76,250 | $85,000 | 39.1% | 3.3% |
| New Grand Chain | 151 | N/A | $63,300 | 6.9% | 19.9% |
| Mound Station | 150 | $76,375 | $120,500 | 4.2% | 6.0% |
| Keensburg | 149 | $73,409 | $67,500 | 1.5% | 8.1% |
| Tennessee | 160 | $77,500 | $72,200 | 5.0% | 6.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 153, Media'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
Media is a small community located in Illinois, within Henderson County. The total population is 153. It ranks as the 1262nd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Media is 38.4 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Media is $76,607. This is 8% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.8%. This is 34% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Media, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $89,500. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Media is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 33% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Media has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.8% vs 58.1%).
Education
12.3% 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 85.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Media, 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 Media, Illinois?
Media, Illinois has a population of 153 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Media, IL?
The median household income in Media is $76,607, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Media, IL?
The poverty rate in Media is 7.8%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Media, Illinois?
Media's population is 94.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Media, IL?
The median home value in Media is $89,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Media, Illinois?
12.3% of adults (25+) in Media hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.