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Muddy

Illinois · 55 residents (2025 est.) · 0.303 sq mi
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Population has declined 14% since 2000. 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 56.4, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 29.0% is well above the national figure.

At a glance
Older
median age 56.4
US median: 38.9
Less educated
18% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Renter-heavy
52% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01

Population & growth

Total population
67
−14%since 2000
from 78 in 2000
1990 – 2025
Population density
221 / sq mi
−14%since 2000
from 257 / sq mi in 2000
US average: 281
Median age
56.4
+63%since 2000
from 34.5 in 2000
US average: 38.9

PEP 2025 EST:55 residents (Census Bureau Vintage 2025, released March 2026)

Population, 1990 – 2024
21395774921990201020202024Muddy
202467
1990201020202024
Section 02

Income & economy

Per capita income
$32,403
+142%since 2000
from $13,384 in 2000
US average: $44,673
Households earning $100K+
21.7%
+21.7 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 53.3%
Poverty rate
29.0%
+21.3 ptssince 2000
from 7.7% in 2000
US average: 12.5%
Income inequality (Gini)
0.557
+49%since 2010
from 0.374 in 2010
US average: 0.476
Workforce by industry, 2024
Other services35%
US avg: 6.7%
Public administration35%
US avg: 4.8%
Retail trade30%
US avg: 9.9%
Finance & insurance15%
US avg: 5.9%
Education & health services15%
US avg: 0.9%
Wholesale trade10%
US avg: 6.9%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
US avg: 1.6%
Construction0%
US avg: 1.2%
Manufacturing0%
US avg: 0.4%
Transportation & warehousing0%
US avg: 2.2%
Information0%
US avg: 10.8%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
US avg: 5.1%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
US avg: 1.9%
BARS: THIS PLACE · TICKS: US AVERAGE
Section 03

Housing

Median gross rent
$531
−12%inflation adjusted, since 2000
from $331 in 2000
US average: $1,442
Owner-occupied
52.2%
+13.9 ptssince 2000
from 38.2% in 2000
47.8% rent
Vacancy rate
14.8%
+7.8 ptssince 2009
from 7.0% in 2009
US average: 10.0%
Owner cost-burdened
25.0%
−15.0 ptssince 2009
from 40.0% in 2009
US average: 22.9%
Renter cost-burdened
72.7%
+32.7 ptssince 2009
from 40.0% in 2009
US average: 47.4%
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Section 04

Race & ethnicity

2000
White, non-Hispanic88.5%(69)
Black5.1%(4)
Hispanic / Latino3.8%(3)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%
Diversity Score21.4%(17)
2024
White, non-Hispanic100%(67)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score0%(0)
Diversity Score
0
−100%since 2000
from 21 in 2000
1990 – 2024
Section 05

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher
18.4%
+11.3 ptssince 2000
from 7.0% in 2000
US average: 35.6%
High school or higher
100.0%
+22.8 ptssince 2000
from 77.2% in 2000
US average: 89.6%
Graduate degree
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2000
from 0.0% in 2000
US average: 14.0%
Section 06

Commute & transportation

Drive alone to work
65.0%
−22.9 ptssince 2009
from 87.9% in 2009
US average: 68.9%
Carpooled to work
5.0%
−1.1 ptssince 2009
from 6.1% in 2009
US average: 8.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 3.2%
Worked from home
30.0%
+30.0 ptssince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 15.0%
Walked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 2.4%
Biked to work
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 0.4%
No vehicle available
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 8.3%
Section 07

Work & employment

Unemployment rate
28.6%
+17.9 ptssince 2011
from 10.7% in 2011
US average: 5.2%
Labor force participation
45.9%
−20.8 ptssince 2011
from 66.7% in 2011
US average: 63.5%
Self-employed
15.0%
+6.7 ptssince 2009
from 8.3% in 2009
US average: 13.1%
Management & professional
75.0%
+2.8 ptssince 2009
from 72.2% in 2009
US average: 42.5%
Section 08

People & community

Male
22.4%
−25.2 ptssince 2009
from 47.6% in 2009
Female
77.6%
+25.2 ptssince 2009
from 52.4% in 2009
Foreign born
0.0%
Unchangedsince 2009
from 0.0% in 2009
US average: 14.1%
Veterans
18.0%
−20.8 ptssince 2009
from 38.8% in 2009
US average: 6.2%
With a disability
25.4%
+1.1 ptssince 2012
from 24.3% in 2012
US average: 13.3%
Uninsured
9.0%
−57.7 ptssince 2013
from 66.7% in 2013
US average: 8.4%
Broadband at home
56.5%
−26.8 ptssince 2017
from 83.3% in 2017
US average: 91.0%
English only at home
100.0%
+9.4 ptssince 2016
from 90.6% in 2016
US average: 77.7%
Spanish at home
0.0%
−9.4 ptssince 2016
from 9.4% in 2016
US average: 13.6%
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Frequently asked

How many people live in Muddy, Illinois?

Muddy, Illinois has about 67 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

Is Muddy, Illinois expensive?

In Muddy, Illinois, the typical rent is about $531 a month.

How educated are people in Muddy, Illinois?

About 18.4% of adults age 25 and over in Muddy, Illinois hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in Muddy, Illinois?

About 29.0% of people in Muddy, Illinois live below the federal poverty line.

Has Muddy, Illinois grown since 1990?

Yes, Muddy, Illinois has shrunk since 1990. The population has lost about 19 residents, a change of about -22 percent over that period.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024

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