Schuyler County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,800, reflecting a 0.37% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Schuyler County is the 90th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 7,534 and has grown -9.74% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.1 years
Female: 47 years
Male: 49.5 years
There are 5,634 adults, (1,744 of whom are seniors) in Schuyler County.
Female: 3,061 (45.1%)
Male: 3,726 (54.9%)
The racial composition of Schuyler County includes 91.68% White, 3.74% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,222 | 91.68% |
| Black or African American | 254 | 3.74% |
| Two or more races | 250 | 3.68% |
| Asian | 44 | 0.65% |
| Other race | 17 | 0.25% |
Schuyler County 's average per capita income is $43,369. Household income levels show a median of $65,948. The poverty rate stands at 20.77%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,858 | - |
| Families | $83,229 | $92,851 |
| Households | $65,948 | $82,153 |
| Non Families | $40,775 | $62,872 |
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