Crawford County's 2026 population is estimated at 18,480, reflecting a 0.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Crawford County is the 59th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 19,801 and has grown -6.67% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.6 years
Female: 43.9 years
Male: 41.4 years
There are 14,765 adults, (3,659 of whom are seniors) in Crawford County.
Female: 8,683 (46.9%)
Male: 9,828 (53.1%)
The racial composition of Crawford County includes 90.56% White, 3.44% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 16,763 | 90.56% |
| Two or more races | 802 | 4.33% |
| Black or African American | 636 | 3.44% |
| Native American | 237 | 1.28% |
| Asian | 45 | 0.24% |
| Other race | 28 | 0.15% |
Crawford County 's average per capita income is $47,589. Household income levels show a median of $71,674. The poverty rate stands at 12.09%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $110,917 | - |
| Families | $93,857 | $111,644 |
| Households | $71,674 | $88,845 |
| Non Families | $35,121 | $47,564 |
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