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White County, Illinois Demographics 2026

White County, Illinois has a population of 13,708, the 76th most populous county in Illinois. The median household income is $53,097 and the median home value is $100,100. The poverty rate is 16.4%.

White County Quick Facts

Population 13,708
Median Household Income $53,097
Median Home Value $100,100
Poverty Rate 16.4%
Unemployment Rate 4.0%
Median Age 44.4 years
Homeownership Rate 76.3%
Affordability Ratio 1.9x
Bachelor's Degree+ 14.9%
High School Graduation 86.5%
Cities/Places 0
Population 13,708 76th of 102
Median Income $53,097 35% lower state
Poverty Rate 16.4%
Unemployment 4.0%

Economy & Housing

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 5.8% | National: 5.2%
53.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.3%
Renter 23.7%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

8out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

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Population Overview

White County is located in Illinois with a total population of 13,708. It is the 76th most populous county out of 102 in Illinois.

Age Demographics

The median age in White County is 44.4 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.9 years. 11.2% 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 White County is $53,097. This is 35% lower than the state median of $81,702. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.4%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $100,100. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $250,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, White County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 66.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

White County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.8% vs 58.8%). The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 18.5%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

14.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 60% lower than the state rate of 37.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.5%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of White County, Illinois?

White County has a population of 13,708, making it the 76th most populous county in Illinois.

What is the median income in White County?

The median household income in White County is $53,097 with a poverty rate of 16.4%.

How many cities are in White County, Illinois?

White County contains 0 Census-designated places.