Pearl, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pearl, Illinois had a total population of 64, the 1382nd largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Pearl Quick Facts
How Pearl 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 | 101 | 64 | -36.6% |
| Median home value | $54,200 | $58,600 | +8.1% |
How Pearl 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+)
Pearl Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Pike County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 4,420 | $54,643 | 17.9% | $111,400 |
| Barry | 1,512 | $76,042 | 15.3% | $92,700 |
| Griggsville | 1,310 | $36,667 | 23.4% | $86,200 |
| Pleasant Hill | 970 | $49,904 | 17.8% | $78,200 |
| Hull | 413 | $60,863 | 19.7% | $96,900 |
| Nebo | 266 | $44,625 | 17.8% | $46,200 |
| Kinderhook | 249 | $60,536 | 16.6% | $70,800 |
| New Canton | 230 | $58,000 | 17.8% | $83,900 |
| Milton | 217 | $50,769 | 15.7% | $71,300 |
| Perry | 206 | $44,792 | 18.9% | $86,900 |
Cities Similar to Pearl
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eddyville | 64 | $28,864 | N/A | 11.4% | 6.3% |
| Swedona | 64 | N/A | N/A | 50.0% | 0.0% |
| Maeystown | 65 | $98,750 | $159,700 | 13.2% | 20.0% |
| Bingham | 63 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 57.1% |
| Yale | 66 | $37,917 | $67,900 | 0.0% | 54.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 64, Pearl'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
Pearl is a small community located in Illinois, within Pike County. The total population is 64. It ranks as the 1382nd most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pearl is 67.2 years. This is 72% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 9.4% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 6% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Pearl, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $58,600. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $263,300. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pearl has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.4% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.4% vs 58.1%).
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. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 85.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pearl, 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 Pearl, Illinois?
Pearl, Illinois has a population of 64 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pearl, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Pearl — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pearl, IL?
The poverty rate in Pearl is 12.5%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pearl, Illinois?
Pearl's population is 98.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pearl, IL?
The median home value in Pearl is $58,600.
How educated is Pearl, Illinois?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Pearl hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.