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Taylorville, IL Micro Area

Taylorville, IL · Micro Area

33,538Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Springfield-Jacksonville-Lincoln, IL combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income
$62,611
Median home value
$115,500
Land area
709 sq mi
47 people per sq mi

Market now

Counties in this micro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

CountyRolePopulationMedian incomeMedian home value
Christian County, ILCentral33,538$62,611$115,500

Largest cities and towns

31 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

PlaceTypePopulationMedian income
Taylorville (Township), IL—11,398$56,000
Taylorville, ILCity10,646$57,552
Pana (Township), IL—5,916$47,078
Pana, ILCity5,217$46,168
Locust, IL—3,133$70,565
South Fork, IL—2,439$76,354
May, IL—2,126$97,543
Buckhart, IL—1,886$97,746
Assumption (Township), IL—1,401$55,614
Kincaid, ILVillage1,278$64,821
Assumption, ILCity1,205$57,500
Edinburg, ILVillage1,195$89,886
Ricks, IL—1,177$78,864
Morrisonville, ILVillage926$71,597
Johnson, IL—790$104,583
Mount Auburn (Township), IL—773$63,472
Stonington (Township), IL—752$70,074
Stonington, ILVillage655$65,972
Tovey, ILVillage629$89,000
Owaneco, ILVillage613$65,313
Bear Creek, IL—464$58,295
Prairieton, IL—459$90,982
Mount Auburn, ILVillage399$43,333
Langleyville, ILCDP282$47,969
Mosquito, IL—266$89,375

Also in the Springfield-Jacksonville-Lincoln, IL combined area

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
10.2%
Unemployment
4.6%
College Educated
17.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$62,611
Mean Household Income
$80,611

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
52.9%
Female
47.1%

Population Split

Male52.9%
Female47.1%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German20.2%
English13.0%
Irish10.7%
Italian4.8%
Scottish2.1%
French1.9%
Mexican1.8%
Polish1.3%
African0.3%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

1.2%Foreign Born
98.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized58.7%
Non-Citizen41.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later14.6%
Before 201085.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
15,184
Median Rent
$785/mo
Median Home Value
$115,500
Median Year Built
1963

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
6,664
College Enrollment
14.8%
High School
24.4%
College Educated
17.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
22.0 min
Drive Alone Rate
82.7%
Public Transit
0.4%
Work From Home
7.1%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
19.3%
18-34 Years
19.6%
35-64 Years
40.8%
65+ Years
20.3%

Population Composition

Under 1819.3%
18-3419.6%
35-6440.8%
65+20.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
44.9%
Single Parent
5.3%
Living Alone
36.6%
Avg Size
2.34

Household Types

Married Couples44.9%
Single Parent5.3%
Living Alone36.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$34,875
SNAP Usage
15.3%
Health Insurance
96.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k18.7%
$25k - $50k21.9%
$50k - $100k31.1%
$100k+28.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
10.5%
Retail Trade
10.9%
Education & Health Care
25.0%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.1%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
87.7%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
93.6%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
87.4
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
299.6
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.