Livingston County, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 39th-largest in Illinois
The population of Livingston County, Illinois is 35,659 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest county in Illinois. The median household income is $70,796, the median home value is $131,500, and the median age is 41.9.
The population of Livingston County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (38,862 → 35,375), a -0.67% annualized rate.
35,659
Population
-0.67%
Annual growth
34
People / sq mi
$70,796
Median Income
$131,500
Median Home Value
Livingston County covers 1,044 sq mi of land at 34.2 people per square mile.
About Livingston County, IL
Livingston County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 12.5% of the population. Livingston County is a county in Illinois with a population of 35,659. It ranks #39 among counties in Illinois by population.
Median household income is $70,796, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.3%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $131,500, with typical rent around $855.
18.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 6.8% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Livingston County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Livingston County had a population of 38,862 in 2010 and 35,375 in 2024, a -9.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,862 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.67%.
35,375
Population (2024)
38,862
Population (2010)
38,862
Peak (2010)
-0.67%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,862 |
| 2011 | 38,813 |
| 2012 | 38,519 |
| 2013 | 37,404 |
| 2014 | 37,043 |
| 2015 | 36,615 |
| 2016 | 36,104 |
| 2017 | 36,080 |
| 2018 | 35,630 |
| 2019 | 35,557 |
| 2020 | 35,816 |
| 2021 | 35,799 |
| 2022 | 35,513 |
| 2023 | 35,321 |
| 2024 | 35,375 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.3% |
| Black or African American | 3.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
41.9
Median Age
48.7%
Female
51.3%
Male
20.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.9% · Seniors (65+): 20.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $70,796$-10,906 vs state |
| Mean household income | $88,369 |
| Per-capita income | $36,002 |
| Poverty rate | 7.3%-0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 57.4% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Livingston County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.6% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
3.0%
Carpool
80.8%
Public transit
6.8%
Work from home
22.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$131,500$-119,000 vs state
Median home value
$855
Median rent
73.9%
Homeownership rate
15,930
Total housing units
91.7%
Occupied
8.3%
Vacant
26.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.1%
With health insurance
92.6%
With broadband internet
12.5%
Foreign-born
7.5%
Veterans (18+)
13.7%
With a disability
96.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.3%
High School+
18.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Livingston County, Illinois has a population of 35,659 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest county in Illinois. Population density is 34 people per square mile.
The population of Livingston County has declined 9.0% since 2010 (38,862 → 35,375), a -0.67% annualized rate.
The median household income in Livingston County, Illinois is $70,796, with mean (average) household income of $88,369 and per-capita income of $36,002. 7.3% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Livingston County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.3%), Black or African American (3.5%), Hispanic or Latino (0.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Livingston County, Illinois is 41.9 years. Residents are 48.7% female and 51.3% male.
The median home value in Livingston County is $131,500 and median monthly rent is $855. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 15,930 total housing units, 8.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Livingston County, Illinois is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.6% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Chicago is among the largest cities associated with Livingston 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.