Pulaski County, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 96th-largest in Illinois
The population of Pulaski County, Illinois is 5,074 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 96th-largest county in Illinois. The median household income is $43,227, the median home value is $81,000, and the median age is 42.7.
The population of Pulaski County has declined 20.4% since 2010 (6,131 → 4,879), a -1.62% annualized rate.
5,074
Population
-1.62%
Annual growth
25
People / sq mi
$43,227
Median Income
$81,000
Median Home Value
Pulaski County covers 199 sq mi of land at 25.5 people per square mile.
About Pulaski County, IL
Pulaski County is a county in Illinois with a population of 5,074. It ranks #96 among counties in Illinois by population. The median age is 42.7, older than the national median. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The median household income in Pulaski County is $43,227, below the US median of $74,580. 15.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $81,000, with monthly rent averaging $625. The homeownership rate of 67.5% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Pulaski County reflects 11.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 6.5% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 29.8 minutes each way.
Pulaski County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Pulaski County had a population of 6,131 in 2010 and 4,879 in 2024, a -20.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 6,131 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -1.62%.
4,879
Population (2024)
6,131
Population (2010)
6,131
Peak (2010)
-1.62%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6,131 |
| 2011 | 5,990 |
| 2012 | 5,965 |
| 2013 | 5,897 |
| 2014 | 5,802 |
| 2015 | 5,662 |
| 2016 | 5,604 |
| 2017 | 5,531 |
| 2018 | 5,426 |
| 2019 | 5,309 |
| 2020 | 5,179 |
| 2021 | 5,093 |
| 2022 | 4,966 |
| 2023 | 4,957 |
| 2024 | 4,879 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.8% |
| Black or African American | 32.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.7
Median Age
48.7%
Female
51.3%
Male
22.8%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 22.8%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $43,227$-38,475 vs state |
| Mean household income | $56,889 |
| Per-capita income | $24,463 |
| Poverty rate | 15.2%+7.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 43.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Pulaski County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
1.2%
Carpool
79.6%
Public transit
6.5%
Work from home
29.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$81,000$-169,500 vs state
Median home value
$625
Median rent
67.5%
Homeownership rate
2,845
Total housing units
65.4%
Occupied
34.6%
Vacant
32.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.6%
With health insurance
66.9%
With broadband internet
30.7%
Foreign-born
11.9%
Veterans (18+)
24.4%
With a disability
99.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
87.4%
High School+
11.9%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pulaski County, Illinois has a population of 5,074 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 96th-largest county in Illinois. Population density is 25 people per square mile.
The population of Pulaski County has declined 20.4% since 2010 (6,131 → 4,879), a -1.62% annualized rate.
The median household income in Pulaski County, Illinois is $43,227, with mean (average) household income of $56,889 and per-capita income of $24,463. 15.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Pulaski County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.8%), Black or African American (32.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Pulaski County, Illinois is 42.7 years. Residents are 48.7% female and 51.3% male.
The median home value in Pulaski County is $81,000 and median monthly rent is $625. 67.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 2,845 total housing units, 34.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Pulaski County, Illinois is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.1%.
Chicago is among the largest cities associated with Pulaski 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.