Stark County's 2026 population is estimated at 5,282, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Stark County is the 95th largest county in Illinois. The 2010 population was 5,970 and has grown -11.52% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.4 years
Female: 44.9 years
Male: 43.5 years
There are 4,161 adults, (1,215 of whom are seniors) in Stark County.
Female: 2,636 (49.7%)
Male: 2,672 (50.3%)
The racial composition of Stark County includes 91.73% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 4,869 | 91.73% |
| Two or more races | 289 | 5.44% |
| Black or African American | 66 | 1.24% |
| Asian | 45 | 0.85% |
| Other race | 34 | 0.64% |
| Native American | 5 | 0.09% |
Stark County 's average per capita income is $48,894. Household income levels show a median of $62,878. The poverty rate stands at 11.05%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $104,417 | - |
| Families | $88,750 | $109,271 |
| Households | $62,878 | $88,597 |
| Non Families | $38,523 | $49,771 |
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