Mossville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mossville, Illinois had a total population of 51, the 1399th largest community in Illinois. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 24.1% is notably above the national average.
Mossville Quick Facts
How Mossville 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 | 210 | 51 | -75.7% |
| Median home value | $93,000 | $56,300 | -39.5% |
How Mossville 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+)
Mossville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Peoria County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria | 112,169 | $59,410 | 21.0% | $156,200 |
| Pekin | 31,781 | $60,790 | 12.8% | $120,700 |
| Chillicothe | 5,900 | $66,132 | 3.7% | $132,900 |
| Bartonville | 5,841 | $72,821 | 7.1% | $139,100 |
| Peoria Heights | 5,825 | $60,099 | 8.2% | $117,700 |
| West Peoria | 4,238 | $66,098 | 8.4% | $93,900 |
| Elmwood | 2,327 | $90,285 | 10.1% | $153,500 |
| Bellevue | 2,106 | $60,987 | 11.6% | $121,300 |
| Farmington | 2,050 | $65,223 | 11.0% | $101,300 |
| Rome | 1,947 | $88,750 | 6.5% | $159,800 |
Cities Similar to Mossville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Brooklyn | 50 | $83,750 | $232,100 | 22.4% | 16.0% |
| Nekoma | 49 | $18,719 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Annapolis | 54 | $72,500 | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Phillipstown | 54 | N/A | N/A | 10.3% | 50.0% |
| Rose Hill | 54 | $41,250 | N/A | 12.8% | 29.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 51, Mossville'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
Mossville is a small community located in Illinois, within Peoria County. The total population is 51. It ranks as the 1399th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mossville is 64.5 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 21.6% 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 13.7%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 24.1%. This is 313% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $56,300. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $263,300. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Mossville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mossville, 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 Mossville, Illinois?
Mossville, Illinois has a population of 51 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mossville, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mossville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mossville, IL?
The poverty rate in Mossville is 13.7%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mossville, Illinois?
Mossville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mossville, IL?
The median home value in Mossville is $56,300.
How educated is Mossville, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Mossville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.