Waynesville, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waynesville, Illinois had a total population of 375, the 1016th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $60,000, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.4% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Waynesville Quick Facts
How Waynesville 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 | 348 | 375 | +7.8% |
| Median household income | $64,583 | $60,000 | -7.1% |
| Median home value | $86,200 | $95,300 | +10.6% |
How Waynesville 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+)
Waynesville Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in De Witt County
Cities Similar to Waynesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie City | 378 | $60,694 | $91,500 | 11.7% | 11.9% |
| East Gillespie | 367 | $63,500 | $135,400 | 23.4% | 12.0% |
| Fayetteville | 357 | $59,583 | $95,200 | 11.6% | 15.2% |
| Varna | 387 | $62,639 | $89,300 | 8.0% | 20.2% |
| Little York | 379 | $54,545 | $81,200 | 20.1% | 4.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 375, Waynesville'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
Waynesville is a small community located in Illinois, within De Witt County. The total population is 375. It ranks as the 1016th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waynesville is 56.4 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 14.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Waynesville 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 12.9%. This is 9% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 43% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $95,300. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Waynesville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Waynesville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.6% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.6% vs 58.1%).
Education
7.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 98.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waynesville, 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 Waynesville, Illinois?
Waynesville, Illinois has a population of 375 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waynesville, IL?
The median household income in Waynesville is $60,000, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waynesville, IL?
The poverty rate in Waynesville is 12.9%. This means approximately 48 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waynesville, Illinois?
Waynesville's population is 97.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waynesville, IL?
The median home value in Waynesville is $95,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Waynesville, Illinois?
7.4% of adults (25+) in Waynesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.