Medora, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Medora, Illinois had a total population of 316, the 1065th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $76,750, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
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.
Medora Quick Facts
How Medora 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 | 295 | 316 | +7.1% |
| Median household income | $75,000 | $76,750 | +2.3% |
| Median home value | $85,000 | $93,800 | +10.4% |
How Medora 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+)
Medora Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Macoupin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlinville | 5,480 | $57,708 | 20.5% | $105,700 |
| Staunton | 4,298 | $57,904 | 14.5% | $143,500 |
| Gillespie | 2,815 | $82,772 | 17.1% | $91,000 |
| Brighton | 2,306 | $80,214 | 10.1% | $145,000 |
| Mount Olive | 1,872 | $55,625 | 17.8% | $94,100 |
| Girard | 1,743 | $50,300 | 31.0% | $98,100 |
| Benld | 1,495 | $47,850 | 15.4% | $82,400 |
| Bunker Hill | 1,178 | $75,917 | 10.5% | $137,500 |
| Shipman | 618 | $56,771 | 13.7% | $89,400 |
| Wilsonville | 505 | $45,417 | 12.5% | $85,000 |
Cities Similar to Medora
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manlius | 306 | $75,500 | $92,200 | 23.2% | 6.5% |
| Lee | 320 | $82,000 | $150,500 | 15.7% | 19.2% |
| Dunfermline | 314 | $70,833 | $119,300 | 6.7% | 11.8% |
| Royal Lakes | 301 | N/A | $54,300 | 3.3% | 24.3% |
| Grand Detour | 297 | $76,406 | $191,700 | 27.1% | 3.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 316, Medora'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
Medora is a small community located in Illinois, within Macoupin County. The total population is 316. It ranks as the 1065th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Medora is 49.5 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Medora is $76,750. 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 9.8%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $93,800. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, Medora is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 35% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Medora has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (91.5% vs 58.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 94.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Medora, 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 Medora, Illinois?
Medora, Illinois has a population of 316 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Medora, IL?
The median household income in Medora is $76,750, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Medora, IL?
The poverty rate in Medora is 9.8%. This means approximately 31 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Medora, Illinois?
Medora's population is 91.5% White, 0.0% Black, 5.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Medora, IL?
The median home value in Medora is $93,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is Medora, Illinois?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Medora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.