Walshville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Walshville, Illinois had a total population of 158, the 1258th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $72,917, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 20.3% is notably above the national average.
Walshville Quick Facts
How Walshville 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 | 96 | 158 | +64.6% |
| Median household income | $92,083 | $72,917 | -20.8% |
How Walshville 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+)
Walshville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Montgomery County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Litchfield | 6,834 | $53,958 | 16.3% | $104,200 |
| Hillsboro | 5,803 | $50,158 | 11.6% | $111,700 |
| Nokomis | 2,147 | $60,326 | 9.4% | $83,900 |
| Raymond | 1,030 | $66,591 | 23.2% | $108,200 |
| Witt | 875 | $52,500 | 22.3% | $50,700 |
| Farmersville | 763 | $63,750 | 6.9% | $116,900 |
| Taylor Springs | 633 | $45,000 | 19.7% | $67,400 |
| Coffeen | 592 | $72,500 | 21.0% | $60,800 |
| Schram City | 578 | $51,250 | 16.3% | $94,300 |
| Panama | 420 | $72,917 | 9.5% | $54,700 |
Cities Similar to Walshville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paloma | 161 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Eagarville | 155 | $70,781 | $64,400 | 14.3% | 12.9% |
| Tennessee | 160 | $77,500 | $72,200 | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| New Grand Chain | 151 | N/A | $63,300 | 6.9% | 19.9% |
| Media | 153 | $76,607 | $89,500 | 12.3% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 158, Walshville'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
Walshville is a small community located in Illinois, within Montgomery County. The total population is 158. It ranks as the 1258th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Walshville is 34.7 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 42.4% of the population under 18, Walshville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Walshville is $72,917. This is 13% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 20.3%. This is 247% higher than the state rate of 5.8%. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Walshville 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
13.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 96.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Walshville, 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 Walshville, Illinois?
Walshville, Illinois has a population of 158 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Walshville, IL?
The median household income in Walshville is $72,917, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Walshville, IL?
The poverty rate in Walshville is 8.9%. This means approximately 14 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Walshville, Illinois?
Walshville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Walshville, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Walshville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Walshville, Illinois?
13.5% of adults (25+) in Walshville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.