Millington, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Millington, Illinois had a total population of 729, the 800th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $81,775, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Millington Quick Facts
How Millington 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 | 675 | 729 | +8.0% |
| Median household income | $79,767 | $81,775 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $205,700 | $230,700 | +12.2% |
How Millington 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+)
Millington Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Kendall County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkville | 23,617 | $108,513 | 3.3% | $335,300 |
| Plano | 12,203 | $86,271 | 10.2% | $230,700 |
| Boulder Hill | 8,989 | $80,377 | 8.8% | $238,700 |
| Sandwich | 7,219 | $80,768 | 10.3% | $255,700 |
| Newark | 1,138 | $99,375 | 4.4% | $241,100 |
| Lisbon | 373 | $99,375 | 1.9% | $231,300 |
| Millbrook | 243 | $137,560 | 4.5% | $361,900 |
| Plattville | 225 | $113,750 | 0.0% | $309,100 |
Cities Similar to Millington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Congerville | 752 | $81,250 | $200,000 | 22.2% | 1.7% |
| Dalzell | 736 | $77,500 | $161,700 | 22.4% | 8.4% |
| East Galesburg | 713 | $79,333 | $123,700 | 28.0% | 17.5% |
| Glasford | 720 | $77,500 | $102,800 | 13.9% | 13.8% |
| Ogden | 754 | $78,125 | $157,400 | 21.5% | 9.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 729, Millington'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
Millington is a small community located in Illinois, within Kendall County. The total population is 729. It ranks as the 800th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Millington is 44.7 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Millington is $81,775. This is 2% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 1% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 35% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.1%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $230,700. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Millington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Millington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.2%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 13.3%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Millington, 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 Millington, Illinois?
Millington, Illinois has a population of 729 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Millington, IL?
The median household income in Millington is $81,775, which is 1% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Millington, IL?
The poverty rate in Millington is 7.7%. This means approximately 56 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Millington, Illinois?
Millington's population is 85.6% White, 1.5% Black, 10.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Millington, IL?
The median home value in Millington is $230,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Millington, Illinois?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Millington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.