Sailor Springs, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sailor Springs, Illinois had a total population of 60, the 1386th largest village in Illinois. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 4.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 24.1% is notably above the national average.
Sailor Springs Quick Facts
How Sailor Springs 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 | 80 | 60 | -25.0% |
How Sailor Springs Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
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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+)
Sailor Springs Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flora | 4,475 | $47,148 | 18.9% | $77,300 |
| Louisville | 1,163 | $43,750 | 30.6% | $87,100 |
| Clay City | 723 | $53,472 | 32.5% | $83,200 |
| Xenia | 389 | $45,313 | 14.6% | $90,000 |
| Iola | 90 | $46,250 | 15.6% | $65,000 |
Cities Similar to Sailor Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidalgo | 60 | $65,156 | N/A | 20.4% | 25.0% |
| Basco | 59 | $40,000 | $42,500 | 10.0% | 17.0% |
| Ohlman | 59 | $46,250 | $46,200 | 7.1% | 15.3% |
| Keenes | 58 | $59,375 | N/A | 1.9% | 20.7% |
| Wilton Center | 58 | $71,667 | $175,000 | 7.5% | 10.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 60, Sailor Springs'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
Sailor Springs is a small community located in Illinois, within Clay County. The total population is 60. It ranks as the 1386th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sailor Springs is 46.5 years. This is 19% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 1% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 24.1%. This is 313% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Sailor Springs 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
4.3% 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 89% 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 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sailor Springs, 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 Sailor Springs, Illinois?
Sailor Springs, Illinois has a population of 60 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sailor Springs, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Sailor Springs — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sailor Springs, IL?
The poverty rate in Sailor Springs is 11.7%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sailor Springs, Illinois?
Sailor Springs's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sailor Springs, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Sailor Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Sailor Springs, Illinois?
4.3% of adults (25+) in Sailor Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.