Niota, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Niota, Illinois had a total population of 39, the 1413th largest community in Illinois. The poverty rate is 25.6%.
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 (25.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Niota Quick Facts
How Niota 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 | 4 | 39 | +875.0% |
How Niota Compares
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Employment
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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+)
Niota Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Hancock County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | 2,714 | $56,895 | 14.2% | $114,100 |
| Carthage | 2,291 | $77,004 | 6.7% | $112,900 |
| Warsaw | 1,518 | $58,750 | 11.8% | $96,100 |
| La Harpe | 1,273 | $49,205 | 12.9% | $86,400 |
| Nauvoo | 931 | $68,750 | 28.7% | $156,700 |
| Dallas City | 894 | $63,056 | 16.4% | $90,000 |
| Augusta | 669 | $42,861 | 24.5% | $83,400 |
| Bowen | 552 | $63,750 | 10.9% | $80,700 |
| West Point | 201 | $64,375 | 11.4% | $39,300 |
| Elvaston | 163 | $38,750 | 18.4% | $126,800 |
Cities Similar to Niota
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Literberry | 39 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Elwin | 40 | N/A | $122,200 | 20.0% | 0.0% |
| Simpson | 40 | $36,250 | $84,000 | 20.0% | 32.5% |
| Kaskaskia | 38 | $150,313 | $145,800 | 22.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 39, Niota'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
Niota is a small community located in Illinois, within Hancock County. The total population is 39. It ranks as the 1413th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Niota is 52.9 years. This is 36% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 10.3% 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 25.6%. This is 117% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Niota, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Niota 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 Niota, 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 Niota, Illinois?
Niota, Illinois has a population of 39 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Niota, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Niota — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Niota, IL?
The poverty rate in Niota is 25.6%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Niota, Illinois?
Niota's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Niota, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Niota — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Niota, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Niota hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.