Standard, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Standard, Illinois had a total population of 250, the 1135th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
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 1.8x.
Standard Quick Facts
How Standard 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 | 284 | 250 | -12.0% |
| Median household income | $52,500 | $60,000 | +14.3% |
| Median home value | $108,200 | $108,100 | -0.1% |
How Standard 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+)
Standard Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Putnam County
Cities Similar to Standard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carman | 250 | N/A | N/A | 24.4% | 0.0% |
| Kinderhook | 249 | $60,536 | $70,800 | 12.5% | 16.6% |
| Broadwell | 248 | $61,250 | $107,300 | 9.6% | 8.9% |
| Victoria | 254 | $59,375 | $85,000 | 16.0% | 5.9% |
| Montrose | 255 | $60,625 | $125,000 | 10.3% | 12.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 250, Standard'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
Standard is a small community located in Illinois, within Putnam County. The total population is 250. It ranks as the 1135th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Standard is 40.4 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 16.4% 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 Standard is $60,000. This is 28% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. This is 10% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $108,100. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.8x, Standard is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Standard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
16.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 84.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Standard, 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 Standard, Illinois?
Standard, Illinois has a population of 250 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Standard, IL?
The median household income in Standard is $60,000, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Standard, IL?
The poverty rate in Standard is 10.8%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Standard, Illinois?
Standard's population is 86.0% White, 0.0% Black, 12.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Standard, IL?
The median home value in Standard is $108,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.8x.
How educated is Standard, Illinois?
16.0% of adults (25+) in Standard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.