Naplate, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Naplate, Illinois had a total population of 589, the 881st largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $71,875, which is 14% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.2% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Naplate Quick Facts
How Naplate 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 | 461 | 589 | +27.8% |
| Median household income | $67,589 | $71,875 | +6.3% |
| Median home value | $135,100 | $135,600 | +0.4% |
How Naplate 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+)
Naplate Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in LaSalle County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | 18,447 | $71,413 | 17.3% | $154,000 |
| Streator | 12,330 | $57,609 | 20.3% | $94,700 |
| Peru | 9,775 | $74,808 | 9.0% | $154,300 |
| LaSalle | 9,498 | $57,732 | 18.8% | $113,500 |
| Mendota | 6,994 | $51,632 | 14.1% | $134,100 |
| Lake Holiday | 5,641 | $107,875 | 2.9% | $256,400 |
| Marseilles | 4,279 | $58,217 | 21.5% | $142,500 |
| Oglesby | 3,570 | $76,189 | 9.6% | $139,700 |
| Sheridan | 2,519 | $85,250 | 10.9% | $186,400 |
| Seneca | 2,450 | $86,830 | 22.2% | $227,500 |
Cities Similar to Naplate
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coffeen | 592 | $72,500 | $60,800 | 14.5% | 21.0% |
| Reynolds | 584 | $76,458 | $151,200 | 10.3% | 20.7% |
| Chadwick | 591 | $78,688 | $85,700 | 35.9% | 3.4% |
| Grand Ridge | 584 | $78,929 | $158,700 | 17.1% | 14.5% |
| Ohio | 609 | $68,594 | $99,000 | 14.8% | 18.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 589, Naplate'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
Naplate is a small community located in Illinois, within LaSalle County. The total population is 589. It ranks as the 881st most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Naplate is 43.2 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Naplate is $71,875. This is 14% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.1%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.2%. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $135,600. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Naplate is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Naplate is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.7%.
Education
9.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 83.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Naplate, 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 Naplate, Illinois?
Naplate, Illinois has a population of 589 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Naplate, IL?
The median household income in Naplate is $71,875, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Naplate, IL?
The poverty rate in Naplate is 13.1%. This means approximately 77 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Naplate, Illinois?
Naplate's population is 81.8% White, 0.0% Black, 11.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Naplate, IL?
The median home value in Naplate is $135,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Naplate, Illinois?
9.2% of adults (25+) in Naplate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.