Mounds, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mounds, Illinois had a total population of 986, the 703rd largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $30,917, which is 63% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 36.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 63% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (36.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Mounds Quick Facts
How Mounds 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 | 855 | 986 | +15.3% |
| Median household income | $27,333 | $30,917 | +13.1% |
How Mounds 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+)
Mounds Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Pulaski County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mound City | 681 | $41,250 | 16.4% | $55,600 |
| Karnak | 466 | $46,818 | 29.0% | $67,100 |
| Ullin | 419 | $61,250 | 10.8% | $58,600 |
| Olmsted | 249 | $32,656 | 23.7% | $51,800 |
| Pulaski | 218 | $33,603 | 24.8% | $88,500 |
| New Grand Chain | 151 | N/A | 19.9% | $63,300 |
Cities Similar to Mounds
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuba | 1,004 | $42,375 | $63,900 | 12.8% | 22.7% |
| Wenona | 999 | $43,300 | $101,100 | 18.1% | 17.0% |
| Rosiclare | 961 | $43,725 | $60,900 | 10.3% | 14.6% |
| Odin | 972 | $46,131 | $102,600 | 5.1% | 18.3% |
| Percy | 921 | $44,015 | $77,200 | 7.3% | 15.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 986, Mounds'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
Mounds is a small community located in Illinois, within Pulaski County. The total population is 986. It ranks as the 703rd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mounds is 36.4 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mounds is $30,917. This is 63% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 62% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 36.1%. This is 205% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. 49.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mounds has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 7.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (7.5%) is well below the state average of 58.1%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (90.0% vs 13.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
14.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 61% 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 76.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mounds, 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 Mounds, Illinois?
Mounds, Illinois has a population of 986 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mounds, IL?
The median household income in Mounds is $30,917, which is 62% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mounds, IL?
The poverty rate in Mounds is 36.1%. This means approximately 347 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mounds, Illinois?
Mounds's population is 7.5% White, 90.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mounds, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Mounds — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Mounds, Illinois?
14.7% of adults (25+) in Mounds hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.