Macon County's 2026 population is estimated at 100,703, reflecting a -0.02% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Macon County is the 20th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 110,786 and has grown -9.1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.6 years
Female: 42.2 years
Male: 39.2 years
There are 78,783 adults, (21,412 of whom are seniors) in Macon County.
Female: 52,813 (51.9%)
Male: 49,036 (48.1%)
The racial composition of Macon County includes 74.24% White, 16.25% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 75,616 | 74.24% |
| Black or African American | 16,552 | 16.25% |
| Two or more races | 6,831 | 6.71% |
| Asian | 1,564 | 1.54% |
| Other race | 1,144 | 1.12% |
| Native American | 99 | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 43 | 0.04% |
Macon County 's average per capita income is $47,792. Household income levels show a median of $62,666. The poverty rate stands at 14.99%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $101,890 | $121,969 |
| Families | $86,291 | $104,978 |
| Households | $62,666 | $84,051 |
| Non Families | $41,389 | $54,332 |
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