Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 132 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,359 (39%) |
| Some College | 1,656 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 1,481 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,081 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,478 (22.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,508 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,789 ▼ 65% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $762/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,091 |
| Vacant Units | 601 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Edgar County is located in Illinois and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 16,470 residents. With a median age of 46.25, it is a mature county.
Edgar County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,507 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Edgar County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $96,789 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $761. Homeownership rates are high at 72.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Edgar County are primarily White (96.08%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Edgar County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61917 | Brocton | 411 | $60,500 | $88,600 | — | 2.7% | 32.8% |
| 61924 | Chrisman | 2,286 | $73,375 | $115,700 | $754 | 7.7% | 36.7% |
| 61932 | Hume | 519 | $61,688 | $90,600 | $915 | 4.1% | 28.6% |
| 61933 | Kansas | 1,227 | $65,993 | $79,500 | $719 | 5.4% | 37.5% |
| 61940 | Metcalf | 275 | $55,385 | $50,700 | $691 | 18.8% | 27.6% |
| 61944 | Paris | 11,426 | $54,652 | $97,400 | $757 | 3.6% | 30.6% |
| 61949 | Redmon | 146 | $63,750 | $76,400 | $688 | 2.4% | 30.0% |
| 61955 | Vermilion | 180 | $50,208 | $59,200 | $1,175 | 6.9% | 25.3% |