Pearl village, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pearl village, Illinois Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 1.0x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Pearl village, Illinois has a total population of 101, the 1337th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $54,167, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Only 1.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Pearl village Quick Facts

Population 101

Median Household Income $54,167

Median Home Value $54,200

Poverty Rate 12.9%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 56.7 years

Homeownership Rate 97.1%

Affordability Ratio 1.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 1.3%

High School Graduation Rate 73.7%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 101 1337th of 1,445

Median Income $54,167 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 12.9% 3% higher national

Median Home Value $54,200 bottom 10%

How Pearl village Compares

Median Household Income

Pearl village

$54,167

$81,702

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pearl village

$54,200

$250,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.9%

$25K-$50K 38.2%

$50K-$100K 44.1%

$100K+ 11.8%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%

35.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 97.1%

Renter 2.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.8%

18-34

9.9%

35-54

14.8%

55-74

50.5%

75+

6.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pearl village Rankings in Illinois

#1337 Population of 1,445

#1035 Median Income of 1,445

#1393 Education of 1,445

#1317 Home Value of 1,445

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Cities Similar to Pearl village

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lake City CDP	103	N/A	N/A	9.7%	0.0%
Naples town	99	N/A	$54,300	32.1%	9.1%
Exeter village	101	$57,143	$90,000	4.0%	11.9%
Paloma CDP	104	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Pontoosuc village	104	$54,375	$63,300	5.2%	2.9%

Population Overview

Pearl village is a small community located in Illinois. The total population is 101. It ranks as the 1337th most populous out of 1,445 cities and towns in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pearl village is 56.7 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 38.9 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pearl village is $54,167. This is 34% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 31% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.9%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $54,200. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.0x, Pearl village is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 97.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Pearl village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (100.0% vs 58.8%).

Education

1.3% 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. This is 96% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 73.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pearl village, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. 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. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Pearl village, Illinois?

Pearl village, Illinois has a population of 101 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pearl village, IL?

The median household income in Pearl village is $54,167, which is 31% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Pearl village, IL?

The poverty rate in Pearl village is 12.9%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pearl village, Illinois?

Pearl village's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pearl village, IL?

The median home value in Pearl village is $54,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.0x.

How educated is Pearl village, Illinois?

1.3% of adults (25+) in Pearl village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.