Sadorus, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sadorus, Illinois had a total population of 296, the 1086th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $78,750, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Sadorus Quick Facts
How Sadorus 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 | 342 | 296 | -13.5% |
| Median household income | $97,560 | $78,750 | -19.3% |
| Median home value | $126,100 | $132,500 | +5.1% |
How Sadorus 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+)
Sadorus Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Champaign County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champaign | 89,996 | $56,118 | 25.9% | $210,900 |
| Urbana | 39,341 | $45,346 | 28.0% | $184,900 |
| Rantoul | 12,421 | $48,691 | 16.9% | $118,200 |
| Mahomet | 10,049 | $118,586 | 3.8% | $299,100 |
| Savoy | 8,968 | $91,966 | 7.9% | $320,300 |
| St. Joseph | 3,778 | $120,789 | 4.1% | $270,900 |
| Tolono | 3,566 | $69,653 | 4.6% | $208,600 |
| Lake of the Woods | 2,091 | $61,625 | 4.7% | $193,500 |
| Fisher | 1,605 | $97,702 | 2.1% | $190,100 |
| Philo | 1,487 | $105,625 | 10.3% | $205,400 |
Cities Similar to Sadorus
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Lakes | 301 | N/A | $54,300 | 3.3% | 24.3% |
| Grand Detour | 297 | $76,406 | $191,700 | 27.1% | 3.0% |
| Secor | 300 | $83,125 | $113,000 | 13.9% | 10.7% |
| Troy Grove | 300 | $83,917 | $200,800 | 30.1% | 47.3% |
| Biggsville | 294 | $86,250 | $83,500 | 23.3% | 10.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 296, Sadorus'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
Sadorus is a small community located in Illinois, within Champaign County. The total population is 296. It ranks as the 1086th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sadorus is 55.7 years. This is 43% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 10.8% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sadorus is $78,750. This is 6% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $132,500. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Sadorus is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sadorus has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.1%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 88.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sadorus, 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 Sadorus, Illinois?
Sadorus, Illinois has a population of 296 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sadorus, IL?
The median household income in Sadorus is $78,750, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sadorus, IL?
The poverty rate in Sadorus is 9.1%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sadorus, Illinois?
Sadorus's population is 86.8% White, 0.0% Black, 9.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sadorus, IL?
The median home value in Sadorus is $132,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Sadorus, Illinois?
14.1% of adults (25+) in Sadorus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.