Tallula, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tallula, Illinois had a total population of 494, the 940th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,167, which is 17% lower than the state average. 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
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
- Unemployment rate of 15.6% is notably above the national average.
Tallula Quick Facts
How Tallula 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 | 595 | 494 | -17.0% |
| Median household income | $60,156 | $69,167 | +15.0% |
| Median home value | $96,900 | $94,500 | -2.5% |
How Tallula 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+)
Tallula Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Menard County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petersburg | 2,341 | $56,458 | 15.7% | $177,700 |
| Athens | 2,102 | $81,192 | 9.5% | $164,000 |
| Lake Petersburg | 928 | $144,375 | 2.7% | $338,700 |
| Greenview | 912 | $63,594 | 9.0% | $93,700 |
| Oakford | 191 | $65,000 | 7.4% | $100,600 |
Cities Similar to Tallula
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altona | 498 | $69,375 | $102,000 | 21.2% | 7.6% |
| Olive Branch | 499 | N/A | $61,500 | 3.0% | 30.1% |
| Patoka | 498 | $65,833 | $89,200 | 13.8% | 9.3% |
| Hume | 492 | $63,958 | $78,000 | 14.6% | 15.5% |
| Rock Island Arsenal | 470 | N/A | N/A | 23.8% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 494, Tallula'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
Tallula is a small community located in Illinois, within Menard County. The total population is 494. It ranks as the 940th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tallula is 45.9 years. This is 18% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tallula is $69,167. This is 17% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 15.6%. This is 166% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $94,500. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Tallula is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Tallula has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.8% vs 58.1%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tallula, 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 Tallula, Illinois?
Tallula, Illinois has a population of 494 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tallula, IL?
The median household income in Tallula is $69,167, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tallula, IL?
The poverty rate in Tallula is 11.7%. This means approximately 58 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tallula, Illinois?
Tallula's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 1.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tallula, IL?
The median home value in Tallula is $94,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Tallula, Illinois?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Tallula hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.