Canton

IL

Fulton County, Illinois

Population 33K |Median income $60,599 |1 hospital

Population
33,020
Fulton County
Median Income
$60,599
-11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$107,200
-53% vs avg
Median Age
43.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
33K-10%
Median Income
$60,599+34%
Median Home Value
$107,200+33%
Poverty Rate
13.2%-1%
Unemployment
6.7%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$785/mo
Poverty Rate
13.2% -7% vs avg
Unemployment 6.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.5%
Work From Home 5.1%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 92.4%
African American 2.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.9%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.9%
High Blood Pressure
39.2%
Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
Physical Inactivity
25.8%
Binge Drinking
17.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Current Smoking
16.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.9%
Diabetes
13%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.7%
Annual Checkup 78.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
GRAHAM HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION
CANTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Canton Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Canton, IL? ▼
Canton, IL has a population of 33,020 people, located in Fulton County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Canton? ▼
The median household income in Canton, IL is $60,599 per year. The poverty rate is 13.2%.
What is the median home value in Canton? ▼
The median home value in Canton, IL is $107,200. Median rent is $785/month.
What are the top health concerns in Canton? ▼
The top health indicators in Canton include Obesity (39.9%), High Blood Pressure (39.2%), Short Sleep Duration (36.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Canton? ▼
Canton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Canton? ▼
The median age in Canton, IL is 43.9 years. 18.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Canton, IL is located in Fulton County, Illinois. With a population of 33K and a median household income of $60,599, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Canton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Fulton County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.