Menominee, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Menominee, Illinois had a total population of 345, the 1041st largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $118,750, which is 42% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Illinois.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Menominee Quick Facts
How Menominee 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 | 275 | 345 | +25.5% |
| Median household income | $115,000 | $118,750 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $253,100 | $257,900 | +1.9% |
How Menominee 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+)
Menominee Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Jo Daviess County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galena | 2,931 | $58,689 | 6.4% | $233,200 |
| Stockton | 1,873 | $46,934 | 15.6% | $93,700 |
| The Galena Territory | 1,735 | $117,548 | 2.5% | $324,700 |
| East Dubuque | 1,470 | $67,891 | 12.3% | $144,000 |
| Warren | 1,396 | $75,813 | 9.9% | $102,200 |
| Hanover | 829 | $42,250 | 21.8% | $89,500 |
| Elizabeth | 775 | $56,250 | 8.0% | $135,900 |
| Apple Canyon Lake | 741 | $115,072 | 7.7% | $329,400 |
| Scales Mound | 463 | $69,141 | 4.3% | $155,600 |
| Apple River | 290 | $44,028 | 21.7% | $87,100 |
Cities Similar to Menominee
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Lakes | 301 | N/A | $54,300 | 3.3% | 24.3% |
| Argyle | 324 | $139,632 | $277,400 | 41.9% | 0.0% |
| Whiteash | 301 | $114,464 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Lisbon | 373 | $99,375 | $231,300 | 35.3% | 1.9% |
| Monroe Center | 369 | $93,056 | $164,700 | 24.5% | 4.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 345, Menominee'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
Menominee is a small community located in Illinois, within Jo Daviess County. The total population is 345. It ranks as the 1041st most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Menominee is 47.9 years. This is 23% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Menominee is $118,750. This is 42% higher than the state median of $83,390. It is also 47% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $257,900. Housing costs are 2% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Menominee is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Menominee has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.7%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 98.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Menominee, 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 Menominee, Illinois?
Menominee, Illinois has a population of 345 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Menominee, IL?
The median household income in Menominee is $118,750, which is 47% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Menominee, IL?
The poverty rate in Menominee is 12.2%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Menominee, Illinois?
Menominee's population is 86.1% White, 0.9% Black, 10.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Menominee, IL?
The median home value in Menominee is $257,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Menominee, Illinois?
19.8% of adults (25+) in Menominee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.