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What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

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Georgetown, IL

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Demographicsi2024 ACS 5-Year EstimatesCensus

3,069population

40.9median age

This community is a community of 3,069 with a median age of 40.9. The population is predominantly White (87.7%) with a significant Hispanic/Latino community (5.4%). Median household income is $58,182. 93.8% of adults hold a high school diploma or higher, and 14.1% have a bachelor's degree. The homeownership rate is 74.3%, with a median home value of $71,800.

Race & Ethnicityi

White

87.7%2,690

Hispanic/Latino

5.4%167

Black

4.2%130

Two or More

2.1%64

Other

0.6%18

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

9%178

High School Diploma

38.6%766

Some College (<1 yr)

9.8%194

Some College (1+ yr)

13.6%269

Associate's Degree

8.8%174

Bachelor's Degree

10.5%209

Master's Degree

3.4%67

Doctorate

0.2%3

HS or Higher

93.8%

BA or Higher

14.1%

Graduate+

3.5%

Housingi

$71,800median home value

$757median rent

74.3%homeownership

1,408total units

10.8%vacancy

Tenure

Owner 74.3%

Renter 25.7%

Home Values

Under $50K

25.1%234

$50K–$100K

49.5%462

$100K–$150K

11.6%108

$150K–$200K

6.2%58

$200K–$300K

7.6%71

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

120

$750–$1,000

107

$1,000–$1,250

Year Built

2000–2009

2.6%37

1990–1999

6.5%91

1980–1989

2.6%36

1970–1979

20.9%294

1960–1969

9.8%138

1950–1959

8.7%123

1940–1949

7.5%105

1939 or earlier

41.5%584

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

59.3%745

Electricity

33.9%426

Bottled/LP Gas

4.5%57

Wood

2.2%28

Household Economyi

$58,182median household income

$27,567per capita income

17.3%poverty rate

2.7%unemployment

1,394labor force

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

6%75

$10K–$15K

4.9%62

$15K–$20K

4%50

$20K–$25K

2.9%37

$25K–$30K

3.4%43

$30K–$35K

6.1%76

$35K–$40K

4.8%60

$40K–$45K

5.2%65

$45K–$50K

3.4%43

$50K–$60K

13.8%173

$60K–$75K

12.9%162

$75K–$100K

10.5%132

$100K–$125K

12.2%153

$125K–$150K

7.4%93

$150K–$200K

2%25

$200K+

0.6%7

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Residentsi

120

Avg. Tenant Renti

$372/mo

Programs in this community

Public Housing49 homes74% occupied$364/mo rent

Government-owned housing managed by local housing authorities

Housing Choice Vouchers15 homes

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Project Based Section 820 homes92% occupied$392/mo rent

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Household Incomei

Based on area median of $58,182/yr

Extremely low incomeUnder $17K/yr

70.8%

Very low income$17K–$29K/yr

21.4%

Low income$29K–$47K/yr

5.7%

Moderate / aboveOver $47K/yr

2.1%

Who Receives This Housing

77.6% of subsidized households are headed by a single mother

7.8% of subsidized households are minority

28.1% of subsidized households include someone with a disability

49.9% of subsidized households include a senior (62+)

Ancestry & Heritage

Self-reported ancestry groups. Residents may report multiple ancestries, so totals may exceed 100%.

Foreign-Born Populationi

Foreign-Borni

301%

By Region

Top Countries

Mexico

Germany

Commute & Transportationi

Workersi

1,351

Avg. Commutei

27.5 min

How People Get to Work

Travel Time to Work

Workforce

Total Employed

1,356

Occupations

Industries

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

160(7.1% of civilian adults)

Health Insurancei

95.6%Insured

4.4%Uninsured