Edwards County's estimated 2026 population is 5,809 with a growth rate of -1.51% in the past year according to the most recent United States census data. Edwards County is the 93rd largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 6,739 and has seen a growth of -13.8% since that time.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.7 years
Female: 46.2 years
Male: 43.9 years
There are 4,737 adults, (1,370 of whom are seniors) in Edwards County.
Female: 3,080 (50.7%)
Male: 2,995 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Edwards County includes 95.26% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
Race | Population | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,787 | 95.26% |
| Two or more races | 231 | 3.8% |
| Other race | 29 | 0.48% |
| Asian | 22 | 0.36% |
| Black or African American | 6 | 0.1% |
Edwards County's average per capita income is $42,203. Household income levels show a median of $60,519. The poverty rate stands at 16.49%.
Name | Median | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $86,359 | - |
| Families | $74,400 | $92,304 |
| Households | $60,519 | $76,364 |
| Non Families | $32,258 | $43,147 |
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