Jasper County, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 88th-largest in Illinois
The population of Jasper County, Illinois is 9,233 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 88th-largest county in Illinois. The median household income is $71,094, the median home value is $122,900, and the median age is 44.2.
The population of Jasper County has declined 6.5% since 2010 (9,725 → 9,092), a -0.48% annualized rate.
9,233
Population
-0.48%
Annual growth
19
People / sq mi
$71,094
Median Income
$122,900
Median Home Value
Jasper County covers 495 sq mi of land at 18.7 people per square mile.
About Jasper County, IL
Jasper County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.1% of the population. With 9,233 residents, Jasper County is a county in Illinois.
The typical household here earns about $71,094, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.5%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $122,900, with typical rent around $766.
Roughly 20.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 6.9% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 30 minutes each way.
Jasper County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Jasper County had a population of 9,725 in 2010 and 9,092 in 2024, a -6.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 9,755 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.47%.
9,092
Population (2024)
9,725
Population (2010)
9,755
Peak (2011)
-0.47%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,725 |
| 2011 | 9,755 |
| 2012 | 9,674 |
| 2013 | 9,608 |
| 2014 | 9,633 |
| 2015 | 9,630 |
| 2016 | 9,557 |
| 2017 | 9,504 |
| 2018 | 9,589 |
| 2019 | 9,618 |
| 2020 | 9,255 |
| 2021 | 9,210 |
| 2022 | 9,185 |
| 2023 | 9,156 |
| 2024 | 9,092 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 97.1% |
| Black or African American | 0.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
44.2
Median Age
49.3%
Female
50.7%
Male
20.5%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 18.4% · Seniors (65+): 20.5%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $71,094$-10,608 vs state |
| Mean household income | $90,366 |
| Per-capita income | $36,847 |
| Poverty rate | 5.5%-2.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Jasper County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.3% of workers.
How residents commute
0.7%
Drive alone
0.5%
Carpool
84.8%
Public transit
6.9%
Work from home
30.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$122,900$-127,600 vs state
Median home value
$766
Median rent
82.8%
Homeownership rate
4,227
Total housing units
89.1%
Occupied
10.9%
Vacant
17.2%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.2%
With health insurance
94.7%
With broadband internet
11.1%
Foreign-born
6.6%
Veterans (18+)
15.9%
With a disability
98.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.1%
High School+
20.6%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Jasper County, Illinois has a population of 9,233 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 88th-largest county in Illinois. Population density is 19 people per square mile.
The population of Jasper County has declined 6.5% since 2010 (9,725 → 9,092), a -0.48% annualized rate.
The median household income in Jasper County, Illinois is $71,094, with mean (average) household income of $90,366 and per-capita income of $36,847. 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Jasper County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (97.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%), Black or African American (0.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Jasper County, Illinois is 44.2 years. Residents are 49.3% female and 50.7% male.
The median home value in Jasper County is $122,900 and median monthly rent is $766. 82.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,227 total housing units, 10.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Jasper County, Illinois is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
Chicago is among the largest cities associated with Jasper County, Illinois, with a population of 2,707,648.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.