Toulon, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Toulon, Illinois had a total population of 1,485, the 588th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $59,167, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.3%.
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 1.6x.
Toulon Quick Facts
How Toulon 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 | 1,390 | 1,485 | +6.8% |
| Median household income | $51,316 | $59,167 | +15.3% |
| Median home value | $96,100 | $95,500 | -0.6% |
How Toulon 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+)
Toulon Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Stark County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 1,578 | $60,238 | 11.8% | $109,500 |
| Bradford | 772 | $52,292 | 22.1% | $80,700 |
| La Fayette | 178 | $51,346 | 4.5% | $50,900 |
Cities Similar to Toulon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Carroll | 1,501 | $58,500 | $86,600 | 21.5% | 14.1% |
| Warsaw | 1,518 | $58,750 | $96,100 | 19.3% | 11.8% |
| Delavan | 1,489 | $62,841 | $123,600 | 19.1% | 11.0% |
| De Pue | 1,532 | $58,417 | $59,300 | 15.1% | 14.6% |
| Lanark | 1,541 | $59,375 | $96,600 | 14.5% | 12.7% |
Population Overview
Toulon is a small community located in Illinois, within Stark County. The total population is 1,485. It ranks as the 588th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Toulon is 41.9 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Toulon is $59,167. This is 29% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 27% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $95,500. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Toulon is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Toulon has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.3% vs 58.1%). The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 18.8%.
Education
19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 88.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Toulon, 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 Toulon, Illinois?
Toulon, Illinois has a population of 1,485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Toulon, IL?
The median household income in Toulon is $59,167, which is 27% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Toulon, IL?
The poverty rate in Toulon is 11.3%. This means approximately 158 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Toulon, Illinois?
Toulon's population is 90.3% White, 1.6% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Toulon, IL?
The median home value in Toulon is $95,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Toulon, Illinois?
19.9% of adults (25+) in Toulon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.