Muddy, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Muddy, Illinois had a total population of 67, the 1378th largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 29.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (29.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Unemployment rate of 28.6% is notably above the national average.
Muddy Quick Facts
How Muddy 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 | 42 | 67 | +59.5% |
How Muddy 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+)
Muddy Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Saline County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg | 8,372 | $43,415 | 29.0% | $84,100 |
| Eldorado | 3,771 | $37,154 | 22.4% | $66,200 |
| Carrier Mills | 1,634 | $50,729 | 25.4% | $60,100 |
| Galatia | 913 | $48,258 | 7.3% | $70,200 |
| Raleigh | 235 | $49,167 | 17.4% | $80,000 |
Cities Similar to Muddy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockport | 67 | N/A | $54,400 | 5.1% | 0.0% |
| Hamburg | 68 | $47,000 | $78,900 | 4.0% | 25.0% |
| Yale | 66 | $37,917 | $67,900 | 0.0% | 54.5% |
| Vernon | 69 | $60,313 | $57,000 | 12.2% | 23.2% |
| Maeystown | 65 | $98,750 | $159,700 | 13.2% | 20.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 67, Muddy'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
Muddy is a small community located in Illinois, within Saline County. The total population is 67. It ranks as the 1378th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Muddy is 56.4 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 9.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.9% 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 29.0%. This is 146% 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 28.6%. This is 389% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 52.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Muddy 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
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. 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 Muddy, 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 Muddy, Illinois?
Muddy, Illinois has a population of 67 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Muddy, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Muddy — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Muddy, IL?
The poverty rate in Muddy is 29.0%. This means approximately 18 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Muddy, Illinois?
Muddy's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Muddy, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Muddy — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Muddy, Illinois?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Muddy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.