Owaneco, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Owaneco, Illinois had a total population of 613, the 863rd largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $65,313, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.7% 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 1.6x.
Owaneco Quick Facts
How Owaneco 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 | 744 | 613 | -17.6% |
| Median household income | $66,875 | $65,313 | -2.3% |
| Median home value | $96,300 | $101,700 | +5.6% |
How Owaneco 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+)
Owaneco Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Christian County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorville | 10,646 | $57,552 | 12.4% | $104,100 |
| Pana | 5,217 | $46,168 | 13.4% | $77,900 |
| Moweaqua | 1,915 | $69,625 | 3.4% | $114,500 |
| Kincaid | 1,278 | $64,821 | 15.5% | $88,100 |
| Assumption | 1,205 | $57,500 | 11.7% | $89,700 |
| Edinburg | 1,195 | $89,886 | 10.3% | $117,100 |
| Morrisonville | 926 | $71,597 | 17.1% | $95,800 |
| Stonington | 655 | $65,972 | 10.6% | $106,100 |
| Tovey | 629 | $89,000 | 5.3% | $79,100 |
| Mount Auburn | 399 | $43,333 | 16.8% | $84,800 |
Cities Similar to Owaneco
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoffman | 607 | $66,667 | $106,700 | 11.9% | 5.6% |
| Clayton | 602 | $66,136 | $91,500 | 5.7% | 12.7% |
| Ohio | 609 | $68,594 | $99,000 | 14.8% | 18.4% |
| Sun River Terrace | 636 | $65,481 | $125,000 | 11.1% | 45.2% |
| Cisne | 627 | $59,926 | $76,600 | 10.8% | 6.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 613, Owaneco'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
Owaneco is a small community located in Illinois, within Christian County. The total population is 613. It ranks as the 863rd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Owaneco is 33.5 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Owaneco has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Owaneco is $65,313. This is 22% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.7%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $101,700. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Owaneco is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 90.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Owaneco was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 99.7% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
7.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 80% 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 88.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Owaneco, 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 Owaneco, Illinois?
Owaneco, Illinois has a population of 613 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Owaneco, IL?
The median household income in Owaneco is $65,313, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Owaneco, IL?
The poverty rate in Owaneco is 17.5%. This means approximately 107 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Owaneco, Illinois?
Owaneco's population is 99.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Owaneco, IL?
The median home value in Owaneco is $101,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Owaneco, Illinois?
7.7% of adults (25+) in Owaneco hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.